Home Church Sundays, 21st & 28th December 2025 - Advent & Christmas
Home Church Sunday is occasional. In its simplest form it is about the home cell, be that family or friends, spending some God focused time together. Whether that be exploring Bible stories and passages around a kitchen table; around the house, with games; with art and craft; in the garden; go out and about on a walk in God's creation or simply watching a Chosen episode.
Whether you explore a new spiritual practice, take a reflective walk, or dig into scripture, here are some simple ideas to inspire your faith journey:
📺 Watch & Reflect
🎬 The Chosen – There are now 5 seasons giving a fresh look at Jesus’ Story
Watch an episode this Sunday, there are two Christmas Specials.
Available free on the app, web, or Amazon Prime.
👉 Watch now – The Shepherd - After struggling to bring a lamb acceptable for sacrifice to Bethlehem, a shepherd hears the angelic announcement and is witness to the birth of the Lamb of God.
👉 Watch now – The Messengers - Experience the first Christmas through the eyes of Mary and Joseph. Follow the young couple as they take the long road to Bethlehem and prepare for Jesus' birth.
🎬 Cheeky Pandas and Friends Christmas Series - The award-winning Cheeky Pandas is one of a kind: a British-made Christian TV series for kids on YouTube.
👉 Watch now - Episode 1 - MARY AND GABRIEL
👉 Watch now - Episode 2: - THE WISE MEN
👉 Watch now - Episode 3: - THE SHEPHERDS
👉 Watch now - Episode 4: - JESUS IS BORN!
These are available also with BSL if you have a search on YouTube site.
🎬 The Grumpy Owl and the Joy of Christmas - The Christmas nativity story from the Church of England
🎬 An Unexpected Christmas - The story of Christmas told by the kids of St Paul's Church, Auckland, New Zealand
📱 Try a New Digital Resource
🎥 BibleProject – Animated Bible Videos
Advent - Advent is an important time in Christian liturgy and religious tradition. It's a time for Christians to remember Jesus' birth and anticipate his second coming. 4 animated episodes:
Article: The Birth of Jesus - Making the Impossible Possible
👉 Read here
The Birth of Jesus: Luke 1-2 - In the first video in Bible Project’s Luke-Acts series, they explore the amazing events surrounding the birth of Jesus. The humble conditions of his family and their low status in Israelite society foreshadow the upside-down nature of Jesus’ Kingdom.
🙏 Everyday Faith – Daily Bible and Prayer (CofE)
Bitesize, yet in-depth, resources on topics relevant to you.
👉 App or Portal link here
📖 12 Days of Christmas Family Devotional
🎧 Listen to Matthew 1-2, birth story – Audio Bible (The Message version)
Great for listening on walks or during quiet moments.
👉 Listen here
🙏 Pray As You Go – Daily Guided Prayer
Reflective, peaceful daily audio prayers.
👉 prayasyougo.org
🙏 PrayerMate – Helping your prayer life.
Helping you to pray faithfully and widely
👉 Pray here
🤝 Connect with Others
🚶 Walk Together
Reach out to someone from church and go on a walk together—chat, pray, or just enjoy the peace of being outdoors.
🏰 Visit Ely Cathedral
If you’re on our church roll, I can sign your Parish Pass application for free entry (tours still cost extra). Consider visiting with a friend from church!
🍽️ Eat Together
Why not reach out to someone from church and share a meal this week.
A coffee, lunch, or dinner — it's a great way to connect, laugh, and build community.
🧘 Reflective Practices
🪞 The Examen
This week, ask:
- What brought me life - joy, peace, connection?
- What drained me - stress, sadness, emptiness?
- Where did I see God - through kindness, caring, generosity?
✋ Pray for 5 People
Write down five names and commit to praying for them daily this week.
📝 I Am Thankful For...
Pause this Sunday and jot down five things you’re grateful for.
🎨 Bible Chat Mat
This Sunday, download a creative Bible activity sheet to colour, reflect, and explore. Great for all ages!
Download pdf file above.
🎥 Watch & Learn
📚 The Art of Waiting: Advent Skills for Living - Nov 25
Paula Gooder offers a range of reflections for the Advent season around the theme of waiting.
👉 Watch here
📚 Seeing the Christmas Stories with Fresh Eyes - Paula Gooder
Renowned New Testament scholar, Dr Paula Gooder, unravels some of what the well-loved and familiar Christmas stories really tell us about Jesus' birth and why God chose this ludicrously risky way to redeem the world.
👉 Watch here
🎥 Animation – DIY
Make your own animation of the Christmas story using the Aardman Animator (Google Play & Apple App store) with lego or play dough etc.
💬 However You Home Church Sunday...
We hope this Sunday is filled with moments of connection and peace.
If you try any of these ideas, we’d love to hear what blessed or surprised you!
With prayers and gratitude,
The Alconbury Weald Church Team