b'RE FLEC TIONCreative ReflectionAdvent 2021FORby Brian Singer-TownsAs we enter Advent, we hear the familiar Gospel readings of the Advent season each Sunday. The Advent Gospel passages present faithful followers of Christ and call us to action as we prepare our hearts for the coming of the Messiah. As teachers and catechists, we are called to introduce these Advent Gospel passages to the children with whom we minister. The task, however, is not to simply read the Bible to children but to help them truly encounter the Word of God in meaningful ways. The following material presents some fun, creative adaptations and activities for the Advent 2021 Gospels that can help bring the Word to life.smp.org/inspire 5'