Advent transitions us to a new liturgical year, in which the church begins again telling the story of Jesus’ birth, ministry, journey to Jerusalem, crucifixion, death, and resurrection. The following are a few resources that you might consider using personally and/or in your congregation and community.
St. Mark's Lutheran in Vancouver has created an Advent calendar. Each door of the calendar hides a song, a poem, or another surprise created by members and friends of the congregation. You can find it here.
Worship
The Program Committee for Worship prepares regular worship outlines for seasons of the church using Evangelical Lutheran Worship as the primary resource. Each week's worship orders include options for Holy Communion and Service of the Word. Access the resources here; Advent through Christmas, Year A (November 30, 2025 to January 4, 2026)
Learning
Sumud: For Justice and Peace in Palestine and Israel, a program from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, has prepared a series of Advent Resources that connect us with our partners in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land. The weekly resources each include a devotion, prayer from an ELCJHL Young Adult and discussion questions. Be sure to watch the introductory webinars that provide an introduction to the Advent Resources, how to use them and where to access them. Watch the webinar recordings here.
Devotionals for Individuals and Communities
Lutherans Connect: Vigil in Hope
Lutherans Connect offers an annual Advent devotional directly into your inbox. This year's theme is Vigil in Hope. The timing of the devotional follows Celtic Advent, from November 15th to December 24th. You are invited to join us in observing this tradition, which blends Celtic spirituality with the Christian season of waiting in mystery and awe for the arrival of Christ. The daily offerings will include scripture, poetry, music, and reflections. Check the blog, write to lutheransconnect@gmail.com to subscribe, or find them on Facebook.
Preparing for Christmas with Prayer
Pr. Bruce Ehlert (ELCIC, Saskatchewan Synod) prepares daily prayers during Advent. You can subscribe to his prayer emails here.
Lutheran Summer Music Advent Calendar 2025
Experience the anticipation and hope of the Advent season with ELCA Lutheran Summer Music's fourth-annual Musical Advent Calendar. From November 30th to December 24th, immerse yourself in a daily moment of music and reflection shared on our Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube pages and archived at LSMacademy.org/acal.
A Simple Advent for the Exhausted
Author and theologian Sarah Bessey has created a simple Advent devotional for all who feel weary. You can find it here.
Advent Reader from New Leaf Network
New Leaf Network is a collaborative, relational and creative missional organization that supports, equips and connects church planters, spiritual entrepreneurs and missional practitioners in post-Christian Canada. Their annual Advent Reader brings together various authors from different denominations, this year with a theme "The Coming Light: The Hopeful Presence of Jesus in Advent." You can subscribe to the emails here.
More
You can access more resources through our 2024 Advent resource page.
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