december
desserts
Save room for dessert! Let's have some fun with our meal... choose as many activities as you like to round out your household's faith adventure this month.
saint of the Month
our catholic traditions
O Antiphons
Even if you think you have never heard of the O Anitphons, you probably have. One of the most familiar hymns of the Advent season is "O Come, O Come Emmanuel," which is based on the O Antiphons. From December 17-23, during the Evening Prayer of the Church (prayed by religious communities and others), a different O Antiphon is prayed each evening. Click on the links below to learn more and sing and pray with the O Antiphons.
Even if you think you have never heard of the O Anitphons, you probably have. One of the most familiar hymns of the Advent season is "O Come, O Come Emmanuel," which is based on the O Antiphons. From December 17-23, during the Evening Prayer of the Church (prayed by religious communities and others), a different O Antiphon is prayed each evening. Click on the links below to learn more and sing and pray with the O Antiphons.
O Antiphons in Music
In addition to the familiar hymn mentioned above, contemporary religious composers have used the O Antiphons for inspiration for their music. Steve Angrisano is one of those composers. You can hear his song by clicking on the button below, and you can also hear a delightful, short interview in which he explains the O Antiphons and how he composed his song.
In addition to the familiar hymn mentioned above, contemporary religious composers have used the O Antiphons for inspiration for their music. Steve Angrisano is one of those composers. You can hear his song by clicking on the button below, and you can also hear a delightful, short interview in which he explains the O Antiphons and how he composed his song.
liturgical year connection
Advent
Click below for inspiration for a simple Advent wreath prayer. Watch a short video about the hope that fills the Advent season.
Click below for inspiration for a simple Advent wreath prayer. Watch a short video about the hope that fills the Advent season.
Christmas Season
For Catholics, December 25 is just the beginning of the celebration of Christmas! We celebrate an entire season devoted to Christmas, for over two weeks. Click below for some inspiration for your family's celebration of the Christmas season.
For Catholics, December 25 is just the beginning of the celebration of Christmas! We celebrate an entire season devoted to Christmas, for over two weeks. Click below for some inspiration for your family's celebration of the Christmas season.
faith in action
Be Kind
During Advent and December the days are busy. This year we need to be creative in ways to reach out and care for others. As a household print off the Christmas Kindness Bingo sheet. Choose different activities. Cross them off as you complete. Can you get a Bingo? What about a blackout?
During Advent and December the days are busy. This year we need to be creative in ways to reach out and care for others. As a household print off the Christmas Kindness Bingo sheet. Choose different activities. Cross them off as you complete. Can you get a Bingo? What about a blackout?
for fun
Christmas Light Scavenger Hunt
For fun, plan a night to go on a Family Christmas light scavenger hunt. Print out one of the scavenger hunts below and see who can find the most items on their list. You can choose a picture version or a list version.
For fun, plan a night to go on a Family Christmas light scavenger hunt. Print out one of the scavenger hunts below and see who can find the most items on their list. You can choose a picture version or a list version.
Holiday Gift Recipes
Try making flavored vinegars. Not only can they enhance your holiday cooking, they also make great gifts! Try the recipes linked here. Bon appetit! Looking for a fun, sweet treat to gift? Here are some simple recipes and printables to create for your family and friends. Happy gifting! |
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