First Week of Advent: (one purple candle is lit)
Heavenly Father, as we begin this Advent, give light to our eyes and peace to our hearts. May the Lord find us watching and waiting in joy when He comes. Amen
Second Week of Advent: (two purple candles are lit)
Father in Heaven, set our hearts ablaze to follow in the steps of John the Baptist. May we bring light and love to all we meet, the the darkness of sin and fear may be overcome. Amen.
Third Week of Advent: (two purple candles and one rose candle are lit)
As we draw near to you, Lord God, keep us aware of your presence in all we do. Come with power to enlighten us by your grace, that we may live in peace praising you all our days. Amen.
Fourth Week of Advent: (all candles are lit, 3 purple candles and a rose candle)
Lord Jesus, we approach that holy moment when Your coming as a man is renewed in our hearts. Give us peace and allow us to celebrate Your presence with joy, that we may some day share in Your glory. We ask this of You, who live and reign with the father and the Holy Spirit, as One God, now and forever. Amen.
Christmas Season: (advent candles are replaced with white or red tapers and the wreath can be trimmed with bows and/greenery refreshed)
Father in heaven, you so loved us that You sent Your Son, among us as Savior and Lord. Fill us with Your blessings, that we may grow in love and continue to live our Christian faith. Amen.
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