Preparing for Advent

Last week, the older students spent time in the kitchen baking dog biscuits to sell at the Calvary Bazaar while the Confirmation class helped set up for Coffee Hour. ​

Miss Elsa's class prepared for Advent by learning about the geography of where Jesus lived. They began with a quick review of the liturgical calendar and the upcoming color change to purple, symbolizing the Advent season and the anticipation of Jesus’ birth. Miss Elsa emphasized that Jesus was a real person, living on earth just like them. The class examined a globe, learning about its purpose, and located Israel to see where Jesus walked. Using a topographical map, they placed small flags on key locations like Nazareth, Bethlehem, and Jerusalem, learning about the significance of each place in Jesus' life.  As a closing activity, the students worked together on a puzzle map, coloring, and tracing outlines of the land where Jesus lived. They finished by potting Spider plants, which will be sold at the upcoming Calvary Bazaar to support local charities.
 
Through these activities, the students not only deepened their understanding of Jesus’ life and ministry but also strengthened their sense of community and service in preparation for the Advent season.