Text graphic for 'Daily Canticle Prayer Practice Advent 2023 FPC Bellingham' with decorative leaves and a cross.

for kids

Dear Parents,

This advent we invite you and your children to join us in the ancient practice of praying four times a day. On these cards you will find kids' versions of the Canticles (songs) of Zechariah - prayed in the morning, Elizabeth - prayed midday, Mary - prayed at dinner time, and Simeon - prayed at bedtime.

Read the prayer to your child and invite them to say the refrain. Or keep it short and just say the bolded refrain together. Post these cards on the fridge or bathroom mirror or in the car. Download the FPC podcast for kids and play the prayers and listen together. Simple repetition, modeled practice, and a little ritual like lighting a candle before prayers are beautiful ways to nurture your child’s faith this Advent.

With love and joy,

Kerrie and Rachel

A religious song sheet titled 'Morning Prayer' based on Zechariah's song from Luke 1:68-79, with lyrics for children, including refrains about God's love and guiding us into peace.
A motivational quote with colorful burst background: "In God's tender love, the new day will burst into color all over us!"
A religious prayer sheet titled 'Midday Prayer' with the subheading explaining it was put together for a series based on Luke 1:42-45. Contains a kids' refrain: 'Nothing is impossible with God!' and a main refrain: 'God, in the middle of our day, no matter where we are or how we feel, help us remember that,' formatted in bold and regular text.
Lyrics of a religious hymn titled "Dinner Prayer (Wespers)" with scriptural references Luke 1:46-55, including refrains and verses praising God's greatness, love, strength, and mercy.
Inspirational quote saying 'Nothing is impossible with God!' with gray brushstroke background.
Inspirational religious quote with hands raised in praise and worship, saying "With all of me I shout - Great is God! With all of me I rejoice with God my Savior!"
Printable religious song lyrics titled 'Bedtime (Complin)' referencing Luke 2:29-32, with sections labeled 'Kids Refrain' and 'Refrain', including prayerful and peaceful themes.
A prayer with the lyrics: 'When we wake up, Jesus, show us the way, keep us safe when we are sleeping, so that when we wake we hold your hand and watch, and when we sleep we rest in your arms,' over a background with a stylized cloud and moon illustration.