Carry Confetti
A podcast to help you discover how to cultivate a life of hopeful expectation and daily celebration.
I’m Darcie Frost, an Oklahoma girl now living in New Zealand and leading a church with my husband (and our two toddlers in tow). Through weekly episodes released every Monday, I’ll be exploring Christian theology and studies in psychology to better understand the powerful effects of gratitude and hope. No matter what season of life you are in, we could all benefit from a bit more joy infused into those ordinary, everyday moments.
I’ll be tackling questions like: How do I keep believing after so many setbacks? Why hasn’t God answered my prayer yet? How do you know God is good and on your side? How do I find the strength to celebrate others, while walking through grief, disappointment, and pain? What’s the difference between happiness and joy?
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Carry Confetti
The Anticipation of Advent | Ep. 43
In this episode, we explore the anticipation of Advent — the quiet ache, the hopeful waiting, and the deep expectation that has shaped Christian hearts for centuries.
Yes, there is playful excitement in opening Advent calendar doors, stringing up lights, and celebrating with festive traditions! But all this wonder actually points us toward something far deeper.
The very first Christmas was marked with an astral phenomenon — a bright star in the sky — and I can't wait to to tell you more about why this was so significant to the wise men you see in your nativity sets.
As Christmas approaches, let’s consider how these annual rhythms of celebration and tradition remind us of the true meaning behind our anticipation: the arrival of the King of Light, Jesus Christ.
Resources mentioned in this episode are linked below! Merry Christmas!
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Canva Template for Family Friendly Advent Activities (use my template to adapt it for your family and add in the seasonal things where you live): https://www.canva.com/design/DAF1UFGo4pI/mkeuYe-bUXVuG8lFJbphaA/view?utm_content=DAF1UFGo4pI&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink&mode=preview
Canva Template for Jesse Tree ornaments I made that tie in with the book linked above: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGWO5Ip0B4/GBBvVpd02PVDoio6NU55wg/view?utm_content=DAGWO5Ip0B4&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink&mode=preview
Print on A4 paper, cut out individual circles, and then mod podge onto plain, wooden ornaments. I’ll share a reel on @carryconfetti to show you how it looks finished :)
Love,
Darcie
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