Bishop Justus Church of England School Morning Worship Advent 30th November 2015 Bishop Justus Church of England School  

Gather The Lord be with you And also with you

Receive As Mary was expecting the birth of her child she said these words of praise ... ‘My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour, for he has looked with favour on the lowliness of his servant.    Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed; for the Mighty One has done great things for me,    and holy is his name. From the Gospel according to Luke, Chapter 1, verses 46-49

Explore Advent is the first season in the church year. It is the period of time immediately before Christmas when Christians get ready to celebrate Jesus’ birth. It begins four Sundays before Christmas and ends with Christmas Day itself. The word ‘advent’ means ‘coming’: it is a period to reflect on God’s coming to earth. During this time Christians remember when God came 2000 years ago in the person of Jesus, but also to look forward to the time when He will come again.

Explore A discussion idea … Have you ever had an unexpected gift – what are the best gifts in life? Activity suggestion … Make your own Advent Calendar. Two sheets of paper – top sheet draw 24 ‘doors’ or flaps and number them. On bottom sheet line up the spaces underneath your 24 ‘doors’ and write your hopes and wishes for the world this advent time. Video suggestion … What is Advent again? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QSsMq6UXXwo

Respond Amen Lord Jesus, Light of light, you have come among us. Help us who live by your light to shine as lights in your world. Glory to God in the highest. Amen

Go   Let us bless the Lord Thanks be to God