Advent resources

The Roman Catholic ARCHDIOCESE OF BIRMINGHAM has made links available to a number of online Advent calendars and reflections HERE.

Click HERE to access BIBLE SOCIETY‘s Christmas resources and to sign up to receive free Bible readings and reflections each Friday during Advent.

Register HERE to receive e-mails from CAFOD offering daily prayers and reflections through Advent and/or follow THIS LINK to access Advent resources for children.

In 2025, CHRISTIAN AID is appealing for aid in response to the humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo, caused by armed conflict across the east of the country. Visit the webpage HERE.

The CHURCH OF ENGLAND’s Advent and Christmas theme for 2025 revolves round the word ‘Joy.’ Advent and Christmas resources are available for churches, individuals and schools HERE.

Use THIS LINK to join an online Vigil with EMBRACE THE MIDDLE EAST at 7.00pm each Monday evening during Advent and/or sign up to receive weekly reflections direct to your inbox.

HOPE TOGETHER’s Christmas magazine is full of real-life stories and topical features that gently point people to the hope we have in Jesus. Access all HOPE’s Christmas resources HERE.

The METHODIST CHURCH has provided resources HERE to support worship, welcome and witness based on the 2025 Advent/Christmas theme ‘You are a gift: Made with love.’

With the support of many local congregations, organisations and denominations, SHINE YOUR LIGHT is encouraging Christians to engage in prayer, Carol-singing and sharing the Gospel over the weekend of 12 – 14 December. Find information and register participation via THIS LINK.