Place an Advent wreath at the center of your group. Light two candles.
LEADER: Our ancestors have believed in God’s promises.
ALL: We have learned who Jesus is at their knees.
LEADER: Let us remember and say the names of people on our family tree of faith from whom we inherit faith in Jesus. Pause.
LEADER: Spirit of God, from you we have gifts of wisdom and understanding, of counsel and courage, of knowledge, reverence, and awe.
ALL: May we find new ways this Advent to use these gifts for the common good.
LEADER: May our faith nourish one another.
ALL: May our love give life. Amen.