Tidings of joy

Prayer Spaces at Home and a Prayer for joy this Advent

The third Sunday of Advent is known as the ‘Joyful Sunday’.  The pink candle cheers up a bit the darkness of the purple colour, which signifies penance. Rejoice because the birth of Jesus is close at hand!

  • Light up the pink candle.
  • Draw a balloon and write the names of people and places that make you happy.
  • Take a ribbon or a pipe cleaner, and as you attach it to the balloon, thank God for these people and places that make you feel happy.
  •  Hang the balloon on a blue crepe paper or cloth representing the sky.

How to use this space

God speaks to us in many ways, including through prayer at home. Here you will find useful background and activities to better understand how to pray, helping you to connect with God in your daily life in a meaningful way.