Thoughtful hospitality helps newcomers feel less like outsiders. Explore thirteen ways to welcome visitors during the holidays and throughout the year, from clear signs and accessible worship information to caring relationships, inclusive mission statements, and intentional support for families.
Advent
8 Brilliant Advent Activities the Whole Family Will Love
Make room for shared wonder as your family prepares for Christmas. These eight Advent ideas include baking, storytelling, handmade wrapping paper, a family wreath, and a kindness calendar, offering ways to connect faith with creative moments and everyday generosity.
Creative and Engaging Advent Devotions & Activities for Families
Shared coloring, weekly devotions, and simple rituals can create room for connection during Advent. This look back at an earlier Illustrated Advent for Families edition explores its hymns, wreath activity, and calendar, alongside families’ experiences of making time for faith together.