It was super exciting for me to be there as the Christmas decorations went up at church for the working bee. I know it's November, and I know there is the temptation to view Christmas is an annoying commercialized event which forces you to rush and buy unnecessary things for people who already have enough (I get it), but this is where advent comes in for me.

Each December 1st I like to begin the daily journey of celebrating the real miracle of Christmas- Jesus who came to us! GOD with us- amazing! I usually spend this time around in November seeking an advent devotional (or a few) to open with the kids each day of December over a cup of tea and a Christmas cookie (or two). We challenge one another to be prayerful and generous because as the reality of the incarnation hits you then joy, celebration and worship is a natural response.

How will you prepare your heart to celebrate the real blessing of Christmas this year?

From Jess xx