5 Things to Focus on During Nativity Fast
The Nativity Fast begins on November 15. This fast is an opportunity for us to prepare ourselves to celebrate the Nativity of our Lord in the flesh. Observing it fully and sincerely can bring great spiritual benefit.
These guidelines are general. It is important to note that fasting is a spiritual discipline that should be undertaken with the guidance of one’s spiritual father. Please consult with him if you have any specific questions or concerns about how the fasting discipline applies to your unique situation.
5 Ways to Embrace Christ this Nativity Fast
Want your children to learn the value of giving in secret? St Nicholas day is a perfect day to teach this important Christian principle. My kids love acting like St Nicholas and giving secretly and running away to make sure they don’t get caught! We gathered up some extra gold coins, and oranges, and put them in a bag and drop them off at the neighbors porch and run away. Think “ding dong ditch” but leaving behind a gift. That alone would be enough to just give in secret without receiving any acknowledgment. But of course, my heart is always for evangelism opportunities, so I created little gift tags to print up and attach so our neighbors can learn more about St Nicholas day! I created a bundle for families like yours to carry on this tradition in your own communities, and included a pretty print out to learn about other St Nicholas Day Traditions!