In Luke chapter 2, we read of angels who appear to tell some shepherd of the Lord's birth in Bethlehem and to proclaim a message of glory to God and peace on earth. When we look to the Lord in the truths of His Word, the heavenly light of His glory can shine in our minds, dispelling our spiritual darkness and bringing us peace.

Quotes from the Lord's Word:

 The Glory of the Lord (a PDF version for printing)
The Glory of the Lord (HTML version)
 Peace on Earth (PDF version for printing)
Peace on Earth (HTML version)
Teaching the Spiritual Concept (talking about Christmas with children and teens)

Family Talks:

 "The Lord Is Born" by the Rev. Philip B. Schnarr (PDF) 
"The Glory of the Lord" by the Rev. Lawson Smith
"Christmas Candles" by the Rev. Lorentz Soneson
"Swaddling Clothes" by the Rev. Patrick Rose

Parent Article: "Shepherds in the Same Country" by the Rev. Karl R. Alden


Projects and Activities for Families:

Family Activities Overview

Family Activities Overview (HTML)
Family Activities Overview (PDF)

 Blessings (PDF)

Prayers:

 Prayers for Children (PDF)
 Prayers for Teens (PDF)
Prayers for Adults (PDF)

Learning by Heart: Recitations from the Lord's Word (PDF)

Songs:

 Break Forth, O Beauteous Heavenly Light  (PDF)
 The First Noel (PDF)
 When the World Was White with Winter (PDF)
 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing (PDF)
 Silent Night, Holy Night! (PDF)
 Away in a Manger (PDF)
 Blessed Night (PDF)
 Joy to the World (PDF)
 O Tell Me Gentle Shepherd (PDF)

See preschool, elementary, and teens for more projects and Sunday School materials

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