Chanukkah
Celebrate Hanukkah as a Christian family to remember God’s faithfulness, loyal love, and miraculous power. Just as the Maccabees faced a hostile culture and stayed true to God, this Festival of Dedication inspires us to shine the light of Jesus—the light of the world—in our lives today.
What’s Inside This Family Guide:
- Christian Perspectives: Meaningful ways for believers to connect with the holiday.
- Kid-Friendly Activities: Fun ideas to keep young children fully engaged.
- Menorah Lighting: Step-by-step instructions for the nightly tradition.
- Holiday Baking: A recipe for amazing, authentic Israeli doughnuts (sufganiyot).
Purim
Celebrate Purim (the Festival of Lots) as a family to remember God’s faithfulness and how He preserves His promises. By using ordinary people like Esther and Mordecai to save the Jewish people from destruction, God protected the ultimate bloodline of Jesus. This festival inspires our children to draw courage from their bravery and realize God wants to use them for extraordinary things today!
What’s Inside This Family Guide:
- Christian Connections: Discover how Esther’s bravery paved the way for the Messiah.
- Kid-Friendly Activities: Fun, engaging ideas to celebrate with your children.
- Holiday Baking: A recipe for traditional “Haman’s Pockets” (hamantaschen) cookies.
