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Loss, Lament, and Advent Hope

In PersonalTags Advent, Gospel, Jonathan Edwards, lament, Loss, MiscarriagePublish DateDecember 18, 201813 ViewsLeave a comment samluce

It will be fine they can try again. I remember saying these words in my head upon hearing that someone we knew had miscarried. By God’s grace, I never said these words aloud. I had no idea the loss and pain that a couple goes through in losing a child through miscarriage. I now know as we lost our first child through miscarriage. Memories of the elation surrounding the first sounds of a heart beating to the depths of despair accompanying the sonogram showing no movement and …

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Advent is About Waiting

Advent is About Waiting

In Gospel, LeadershipTags Advent, Bonhoeffer, Christmas, GospelPublish DateDecember 11, 20189 ViewsLeave a comment samluce

During Advent, I generally add to devotional reading books, poems, and reflective articles that cause me to pause and think. The essence of Advent that has been lost in a culture that never stops is learning …

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Looking For Advent Resources For Your Family?

Looking For Advent Resources For Your Family?

In Links I Like, MinistryTags Advent, Christ, Christmas, Gospel, Parenting tool, Resource, Resource for ParentsPublish DateNovember 28, 201814 ViewsLeave a comment samluce

Christmas is such a significant time to teach our kids the value of Christ to show them a God who came near. There is so much of our faith that our kids have to grow into. …

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Christmas hope no matter how dark the darkness

Christmas hope no matter how dark the darkness

In Gospel, PersonalTags Advent, Christmas, Gospel, Tim KellerPublish DateDecember 21, 201720 Views2 Comments samluce

Christmas is a paradoxical holiday it is filled with such joy and at the same time reminds us of great losses. When studying the other night, I came across a message by Tim Keller that talks …

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The long term damage consumerism causes

The long term damage consumerism causes

In Gospel, MinistryTags Advent, Christmas, Gospel, ParentingPublish DateNovember 17, 20161 Views2 Comments samluce

  I am not Amish and don’t churn my butter. I actually love technology and new things but I think events like Black Friday and disposable everything does more damage to our society than good. We …

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Advent resources for families

In Ministry, PersonalTags Advent, Christmas, ParentingPublish DateNovember 12, 20148 Views4 Comments samluce

As a parent we want to make the most of every season. Christmas time is no exception. I remember a few years back looking for ways to help my kids “get” the true meaning of Christmas. …

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My name is Sam Luce and I have been a pastor at Redeemer Church in Utica NY for the past 24 years. 18 of those years serving as children’s pastor. Currently, I am serving as the Global Pastor to Families. This is my personal blog it is focused on Discipleship, Family Ministry, and Theology.

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4 responses to “Advent resources for families”

  1. Peter Schott Avatar
    Peter Schott
    November 17, 2014

    We’ve always enjoyed the books by Arnold Ytreeide – Jotham’s Journey, and similar. They provide an interesting take on the world at the time, seen through the eyes of a child. You can find them at jothamsjourney.com.

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  2. Alisha McMackin Avatar
    Alisha McMackin
    December 9, 2014

    These are awesome! Elevate’s at home resource – LeadershipForKids.tv – has an online Advent Calendar for families too with Bible Readings, videos and more. Do you know of any other online advent calendars?

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  3. 5 Ways to Make This Christmas Memorable | INCM
    December 15, 2014

    […] evokes anticipation unlike anything else. If you’re looking for a great resource, check out Sam Luce’s list of Advent resources for churches and families. Or check out Awana’s Advent […]

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  4. ohAmanda Avatar
    ohAmanda
    December 3, 2015

    Thanks for including, Truth in the Tinsel, Sam! 🙂

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