Read the quote above
Quiet yourself for a few moments
Focus on your breathing
Breathe in slowly and deeply
As you exhale, quietly say to yourself “Lord, have mercy” (Repeat 3 times)
Read the quote again slowly and silently, repeat if necessary
Reflect for a few minutes on the question: “Where have Christ’s presence in your life?”
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Lighting the Advent Candle
A short prayer may accompany the lighting.
Gather around the Advent Wreath
All: O Come, O Come Emmanuel
LEADER: O God, rejoicing, we remember the promise of your Son. As the light from this candle, may the blessing of Christ come upon us, brightening our way and guiding us by his truth. May Christ our Savior bring life into the darkness of our world, and to us, as we wait for his coming. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen
Second Week: The Bethlehem Candle – The Candle of PEACE
The second candle in the Advent wreath is also called the candle of PEACE. This candle reminds us of the time when Jesus came to earth as a baby and was born in the small city of Bethlehem. This candle also reminds us that Jesus promised to come again.
Then the second candle is lit. If you don’t have a candle, we invite you to use the candle-lighting video here:
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