The service includes singing, the Christmas story, and the re-lighting of the Advent and Christ candles. One year the Christmas story was told with people acting out parts as it was read, adding comments and interpretations as they went. There is usually a new Christmas story book to share, and people snuggle up with each other to listen. The stories are suitable for all ages. Sometimes there is special music.
Activity There is always an activity.
One year, we had hidden figures from the creche. People had to find them, place them back, and tell the part of the story from the perspective of the figure they had found. The emphasis is on integrating the meaning of the day with our activities. After the service, everyone enjoys the snacks and helps with the clean-up. There is a wonderful sense of everyone being part of this special family.