Silent Christmas Lesson
Every year I am searching the internet, my files now pintrest for a thought provoking spiritual special Christmas lesson. Quite a few years ago we found (and tweaked for ourselves)a wonderful “Silent Christmas lesson” one that is full of music, scriptures & Video that brings the spirit so very strong. So I want to share it with you.
Click here to download the Silent Christmas Lesson
The site on Google is new to me so if you have problems email me at:
charisse(dot)harris(at)gmail
Also if you are looking for additional ideas, read through the comments on this page. There are so many good ideas regarding songs, videos etc.
This is easy to change up with new messages from our current prophet and anything the spirit prompts.
First page is self explanatory
Second page I had changed up a bit from the original- when they finish reading it says to “put this lesson on your lap and” you can have them sing, or listen to the song
Third Page “Baby, what you going to be?” I used the Donny Osmond version
Fourth Page “Watch as we go back in time…” I played the Luke II video with Amy Grants song “Breath of Heaven” The video and music are just about the same time so it just works perfectly- I am almost positive that it is stocked in the ward library called “New Testament Video Presentations”
Here is a link to Deseret Book
Fifth Page song “I have not seen, Yet I believe” is a song written by Sally Deford you can check out her music Here
Sixth Page self explanatory- I Turned on “Silent Night” and had it playing softly for them to turn to page 7.
Seventh Page I added YW leaders because I have done this twice with different young women- they loved it. I have done this as a Sunday school teacher and also in Family Home evening.
I love this lesson and I love how it can be changed and tweaked for who ever you are giving it to. I love my Savior and I love the opportunity to honor, worship and reflect on his goodness.
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JT42
November 11, 2012 at 4:36 amon page 6, it mentions that when the music starts they can turn to page 7…did you just turn on a Christmas hymn in the background? like Silent Night or such? I LOVE this idea! Thank you for sharing. I am giving the Christmas lesson and wanted something new yet powerful, thank you!
Charisse
November 11, 2012 at 4:38 amAhhhhh Yes! Thank you – that is exactly what I did- Thank you!
Shannon
November 12, 2012 at 6:00 pmThanks for sharing your idea – it sounds wonderful! 🙂
Stefanie Orton
November 14, 2012 at 4:50 pmI love this idea so much and even just skimming through it could tell it would be a powerful reminder of the importance of Christmas. I'm a little confused on p4 though, where can I find that video?
Thanks so much for sharing! I'm so excited about this!
Charisse
November 14, 2012 at 5:08 pmThank you so much, it can be found in "New Testament video presentations" and you select Luke 2. Here is the link
http://deseretbook.com/New-Testament-Video-Presentations-LDS-Distribution-Center/i/4980755
I am almost positive it is stocked in the library but as a VSH.
Thank you so much for stopping by 🙂
Charisse
November 14, 2012 at 5:08 pmThank you for stopping by 🙂
Demarcus Family
November 16, 2012 at 4:25 pmI notice that this is perfect for the new way of teaching and the new cirriculum. I love that they are searching for the answers and writing their thought and pondering. LOVE. thank you!!
The Smiths
November 30, 2012 at 4:57 pmThank you for such a beautiful lesson! Our girls are going to love it. One question, I went to the Sally Deford site for song 5 and clicked download but it didn't actually download it. I have looked for the song on itunes with no luck. Any suggestions for me? Thank you again!
Liz
November 30, 2012 at 4:57 pmhas anyone downloaded the video from the church website?
Tamera Brose
November 30, 2012 at 4:57 pmI saw this on pinterest and pinned it and downloaded it. Thank you.
Heather
November 30, 2012 at 4:58 pmI know this is a silly question but as the teacher am I not supposed to read or say anything?
Charisse
November 30, 2012 at 5:00 pmThank you so much for your comment- yes it does for sure go with the new curriculum, which I am so excited about.
Charisse
November 30, 2012 at 5:00 pmThank you Tamera 🙂
Charisse
November 30, 2012 at 5:02 pmHi Liz – I looked on the web site and did not see where you could download it (that does not mean its not there though)- if you find it will you let me know?
Thanks for your comment 🙂
Charisse
November 30, 2012 at 5:03 pmAll you do is explain in the beginning what they need to do- then watch to see when everyone has put down their pencils :)it's great because is is silent for the whole class time.
Charisse
November 30, 2012 at 5:15 pmThis comment has been removed by the author.
Charisse
November 30, 2012 at 5:16 pmHere is the link
http://www.defordmusic.com/ihavenotseenyetibelieve.htm
try it again- I know its an mp3 but I believe, after you download it, it will show in the bottom left corner- have your ipod music open and drag it up- I am not sure exactly- you can always substitute it, or skip that part. I hope this helps- I am sorry, I will keep thinking of another song.
Anonymous
December 2, 2012 at 11:14 pmLove this lesson and thanks so much for sharing. Can not find the song Baby, What you going to be Donny Osmond version? Where did you find that?
Breanne
December 2, 2012 at 11:14 pmThank you so much for this beautiful presentation. I found Luke II http://www.lds.org/media-library/video/new-testament-presentations?lang=eng#1996-06-02-lesson-3-luke-ii
Charisse
December 2, 2012 at 11:17 pmThank you Breanne 🙂
Charisse
December 2, 2012 at 11:18 pmI found it on the Donny Osmond Christmas album "It's the most wonderful time of the year"
Leithaakagrover
December 3, 2012 at 5:37 pmThank you so much. I did this lesson yesterday and it was awesome.
Charisse
December 4, 2012 at 7:41 pmThat is wonderful!!!! Thank you for sharing with me I love that 🙂
Jenny D.
December 7, 2012 at 7:09 pmTwo questions: 1. How long does the entire lesson take? 2. Did you have a problem with some girls reading very quickly and others reading very slowly? I know that will be the case with my group.
Charisse
December 7, 2012 at 7:14 pmYou will have time for Opening prayer, theme, I put the announcements on a handout just in case. It will take all of class, but plenty of time not to rush 🙂 Yes that is always the case with reading, but it just gives the quick readers more time to ponder 🙂
Emily
December 12, 2012 at 5:43 pmI found another beautiful song that is perfect for this part. It's by Hilary Weeks and is called "Still Believe." Here's the link. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6tUnjaZeF4
Charisse
December 12, 2012 at 6:02 pmThank you so much Emily- I love this song and it will go great! I am teaching this again on the 23rd and I am going use this song. Thanks again 🙂
Charissa
December 14, 2012 at 4:36 pmWhat a cool site. I love this lesson idea. I just got put into YW again after being in Primary for years…so I will have to bookmark your blog and return often for ideas.
Charisse
December 14, 2012 at 4:39 pmThank you so much Charissa- I am getting ready to have a "giveaway" for those who follow 😉
Kim
December 18, 2012 at 1:19 amThanks for this lesson-I am excited to see how it will go!
Anonymous
December 18, 2012 at 1:19 amI also thought it would be nice to use the song "still believe" by Hillary Weeks. I loved the video presentation that went with it.outdo you know if that is available to download to use?
Samantha Adams
December 18, 2012 at 1:19 amCan't wait to do this with my YW!
Charisse
December 18, 2012 at 1:23 amI am so glad, I know you will all enjoy it 🙂 Thanks for stopping by
Charisse
December 18, 2012 at 1:23 amYa I am going to use it on Sunday as well I think it is going to be great 🙂
Charisse
December 18, 2012 at 1:24 amThank you Kim 🙂
Kerri
December 19, 2012 at 10:49 pmThis is phenomenal! I have had this bookmarked and been reviewing it to give to my girls Sunday…I can't wait! THANKS
Natalie
December 19, 2012 at 10:49 pmDid you give your girls a handout after the lesson was over? If so, what? Thanks! Love this lesson!
Celebratia
December 19, 2012 at 10:50 pmI think the scripture reference on page 5 should be Luke 17:25, NOT Luke 7:25. Right?
Charisse
December 19, 2012 at 10:52 pmI did not have a handout that went with the lesson, but we did give them a little Christmas gift.
Charisse
December 19, 2012 at 10:52 pmYea!!! I am excited for you, I am giving it on Sunday as well 🙂 Thank you Kerri
Charisse
December 19, 2012 at 10:57 pmYes you are correct- ahh thank you, I need to fix that 🙂 Thank you Celebratia
Tara Jensen
December 22, 2012 at 6:01 pmI have been trying to find the Donny Osmond song. Does anyone know where I can download it? I want to give this lesson Sunday. Thanks
Charisse
December 22, 2012 at 6:08 pmHi Tara- here is a you tube link
http://youtu.be/da_sLaHJPaw
if that does not work go to you tube and type it in- you will see the Donny Osmond one- I hope this helps 🙂 I am teaching it tomorrow as well.
Hendricksonblog
December 23, 2012 at 6:20 pmam i totally crazy or on page six should it say there would be no easter if there had not been a christmas?
Mandy Farris
December 23, 2012 at 6:20 pmI downlowded the Sally DeFord song from iTunes just yesterday…sung by Haylee Moore. "I have not seen, yet I believe". The album is "He knows my name"
Charisse
December 23, 2012 at 6:24 pmNo- it is saying if Jesus did not do what he did- the atonement, the resurrection etc- then there would be no Christmas- we would not celebrate his birth if he was not the Savior- does that make sense?- I totally see what you are saying though 🙂
Hendricksonblog
December 31, 2012 at 3:26 amYeah makes total sense. I suppose it works either way but drives the point a little differently. I did this lesson last sunday but used TAylor swifts silent night since shes a fav of the YW and used this angels we have heard on high
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0K17zGHFrKU
its a little rock/country but I'm not very traditional. As long as you don't play it too loud. ha ha
All the adults in the lesson were bawling their poor little eyes out. I also highly recommend the above ideas on music over the nativity and the Donny song.
Thanks so much for all your work and ideas!
Charisse
December 31, 2012 at 3:32 amNice! I am so glad- that is the beauty of this- it can be changed ha ha knowing the girls and what they like and what will get their attention is key in the whole idea 🙂
Anonymous
March 5, 2013 at 7:03 pmI would love to read this whole program, however there seems to be a problem with the download link. I only get page 1&2. Would you be able to email it to me? TraciMarieBryant@yahoo.com. Thanks a million.
Mischa
October 16, 2013 at 8:35 pmHello Charisse! I am teaching the Christmas lesson for my ward in relief society and would love to use this lesson. I am unable to download it from the site though. Would you be able to email me a copy of it? My email address is michelle.church@t-mobile.com. This will be so amazing.
Jaime
December 1, 2013 at 6:37 pmI just got asked to do the Christmas lesson NEXT week. So I came home and am searching ideas!! We have a lot of beehives in our ward and only a couple Laurels and a handful of miamaids…what's your thoughts on their maturity level and what that age seems to get out of it for this lesson??
Shauna Brown
December 1, 2013 at 6:37 pmI just want to tell you how thrilled I am about finding this lesson!!! I am teaching the Christmas lesson in Relief Society and really wanted a way to bring the spirit and have it be strong!!! I have been bawling and bawling while putting this together which it isn't that hard to get me to cry when it comes to spiritual stuff. I am interested to see how this all works out. Thanks again for sharing! On another note, I love your name! My little sisters name is Charisse!
Lauren
December 1, 2013 at 6:37 pmI am interested in this lesson doing it for my yw. Can you send me the link? andersenlauren@gmail.com
Amy A
December 1, 2013 at 6:37 pmI would love to see your Christmas lesson and was also wondering if you could email it to me at jaks.kids@gmail.com.
Thanks in advance.
steve and lindsey
December 1, 2013 at 6:37 pmThank you for such a great program. I was able to read it all through the link, but not download it. Would you mind emailing me a copy? lindseynatter@hotmail.com Thanks!
Rachel
December 1, 2013 at 6:37 pmHi I would love a copy as well. I cannot upload it from the site and I would love to do this as my Christmas lesson.
Thanks!
rachelpenrod@gmail.com
Rachel
December 1, 2013 at 6:37 pmThank you so much! I cant wait to use this lesson with my YW for the Christmas lesson this year. I cannot download it from the site…My I have the link as well?
Thanks
rachelpenrod@gmail.com
Charisse
December 1, 2013 at 6:43 pmThank you, I love it too 🙂 Thank you for sharing your thoughts and taking the time to comment.
Charisse
December 1, 2013 at 7:15 pmI am so sorry, I am sure I got this to you late- we have had some crazy family things going on.
Sharon Haynie
December 12, 2013 at 5:06 pmtell me how to download with buying a subscription to scribed!
Becky Olson
December 12, 2013 at 5:06 pmI tried to download it to print it and it says I have to pay $8.99. Is there another way to get it? Can you email it to me at newportbeachster@gmail.com. Thanks.
Becky Olson
December 12, 2013 at 5:06 pmI tried to download it and it says I have to sign up and pay $8.99 in order to download and print it. Is there another way to get it? Can you email it to me at newportbeachster@gmail.com. Thanks!
The Honsvick's
December 12, 2013 at 5:06 pmI am also interested in the download. Do I have to subscribe to scribe to get it? Can you email it to me? Kristy.honsvick@Gmail.com. thanks!!
Alberta
December 12, 2013 at 5:06 pmCan you send it to me as well @ albertajackson76@gmail.com because I am unable to download it? It sends me to Scribd asking me to pay to download…thank you
Lauren
December 12, 2013 at 5:06 pmI am interested in this lesson doing it for my yw. Can you send me the link? andersenlauren@gmail.com
Britt
December 16, 2013 at 7:24 pmI ended up just typing it up myself to avoid paying for a subscription to scribd. I also changed the quote on the last page to one from President Monson and changed some of the songs.
Thanks for sharing this!!
Charisse
December 16, 2013 at 7:30 pmI am sorry Britt, I would have emailed it to you- though I did get it later to some 🙁 I would love to see what your changes were- that is one of the great things with this lesson it can change and evolve 🙂 I did it originally about 10 years ago and have changed it many times. Thanks for sharing
Charisse
December 16, 2013 at 7:31 pmYou can email me charisse (dot) harris (at) gmail (dot) com and I will email it to you- sorry I am behind
Charisse
December 16, 2013 at 7:32 pmI sent it to you, right?
Jessica
January 7, 2014 at 5:35 amI love this idea! This is a great blog and I plan on coming back often! Found you on pinterest.
Devin and Jessica
January 7, 2014 at 5:35 amI love this idea. I don't think you will get this in time but just thought I would take the chance. Could you please email this to me? serious_nothin@hotmail.com
ang
January 7, 2014 at 5:35 amI sent you an email from caldwells_8@msn.com but haven't received the file for the download yet. Could you send it as soon as you can?
Unknown
January 7, 2014 at 5:35 amBritt or Charisse – may I receive a copy of either of your presentations emailed to malanlai@gmail.com? Thank you!
Mallory Renee
January 7, 2014 at 5:35 amI found this Youtube video which combines the Breath of Heaven with scenes from The Nativity Story movie: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kPbV_HTpyx0
Easier than trying to find the other video and combining the song.
quailene
August 12, 2014 at 10:34 pmAny chance you are still sending this via email? If so, I would love to have a copy. My email is quailene@gmail.com Thx!
Neisy
December 3, 2014 at 9:12 pmI also would appreciate you emailing this to me. I've been desperately trying to find something special for a Christmas lesson..Thank you for sharing this! My email is dmcartproject@gmail.com. Thank you!
Bonnie
December 3, 2014 at 9:12 pmI love this and would love to do this for our YW Christmas lesson. I wondered if you could send me an email also as I am having a hard downloading it. My email is curtrasmussen@comcast.net. Thx!
Jm8
December 3, 2014 at 9:12 pmCharisse could you send me a copy too? Thanks. sirrom86@gmail.com
Tiffany Swann
December 3, 2014 at 9:12 pmI would love you to send me a copy! My email is tswann6@gmail.com thanks!
Anonymous
December 3, 2014 at 9:12 pmI would also like a copy. Thanks! gdan22@netzero.com
Queen2u
December 3, 2014 at 9:12 pmThank you for your work, time, effort, willingness to share and love of the Savior! I would love a copy.
kgperry17@gmail.com
Anonymous
December 3, 2014 at 9:12 pmIf this is still available by email I would love have it to use for Relief Society in December. My email is motherof8b@comcast.net Thank you.
Charisse
December 3, 2014 at 9:31 pmI hope you all have recieved this lesson from me, if I have missed you and you have not recieved it please email me at charisse(dot)harris(at) gmail (dot) com and I will get it to you asap- it truly bings the spirit so strong.
Tori
December 20, 2014 at 5:03 pmI sent you an email, would you mind sending this to me it's beautiful lesson and would like to share it with my sunday school class my email is stephenscorporation@gmail.com TIA
Cheryl
December 20, 2014 at 5:03 pmCblarsen10@yahoo.com
I'm excited to share this with my girls. Thank you!
west family
January 19, 2015 at 4:11 amrosannawest@hotmail.com
Thank you and Merry Christmas!
west family
January 19, 2015 at 4:11 amCould you send it to me also? rosannawest@hotmail.com.
Thank you and Merry Christmas!
Katie and Rob
January 19, 2015 at 4:11 amCan I get a copy emailed? Katienielsen7@yahoo.com Thank you!
Anonymous
January 19, 2015 at 4:11 amI would love a copy of the lesson. I have been reading through it and it sounds amazing. Could you please email it to kbusdicker@yahoo.com. Thank you so much.
Kaa
January 19, 2015 at 4:11 amWould love to do this lesson for my ward yw. Can you please send it to me? Thank you for sharing! Kaahurley@gmail.Com
the duffsters
January 19, 2015 at 4:11 amme too! vegasduffs@gmail.com — thank you SOOO much!!!
Jaron Watson
January 19, 2015 at 4:11 amI think I already commented but I'm not sure. I would really like to use this for my YW lesson, if you could please email it to me. My email is bethrtitus@hotmail.com. Thank you!
parkandlinds
December 15, 2015 at 5:17 pmmy email is lindsismith@hotmail.com
parkandlinds
December 15, 2015 at 5:17 pmBritt_ I would love a copy of what you did for this if you still have it. Let me know. Thank you!!
Anonymous
December 15, 2015 at 5:17 pmI would love a copy of this for my lesson on Sunday. Would you be able to email it to me by chance? My email address is chabotfamily@hotmail.com. Thank you so much.
Tori
December 15, 2015 at 5:17 pmPlz email it to me too? famfishin@yahoo.com
ShaNez Mulliner
December 15, 2015 at 5:17 pmI would love to use this lesson for my Yw this year. Could you email it to me please? ShaNez.hendrick at gmail.com
Kizzie
December 15, 2015 at 5:17 pmCan you please email me the file for this silent lesson?
Thank you!
Kizziew@gmail.com
Julie
December 15, 2015 at 5:17 pmHi Charisse,
I would love to give this to the R.S. ladies the 1st Sunday in December. Could you please send it to me if you still are doing that)? Thank you so very much. What a great idea!!
jfarley24@hotmail.com
dandclatham
December 15, 2015 at 5:17 pmCan I get a copy as well? dandclatham@yahoo.com. thanks!
Tyler and Jessica
March 20, 2016 at 4:16 amHi there! I hope you still check this, because I would love a copy!
jessica stucki at rocket mail dot com
Thanks a bunch & Merry Christmas!!!
Britt
March 20, 2016 at 4:16 amSo, apparently I didn't set this to notify me of replies… sigh.
I've taught this three years in a row now. This year I found this option for Breath of Heaven: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIg-7kbnUt8
BobbiJo Burk
March 20, 2016 at 4:16 amWill you send me this for my lesson on Sunday? I know it's last minute….my email address is bobbijo.burk@gmail.com
BobbiJo Burk
March 20, 2016 at 4:16 amWill you send me a copy of this for my lesson on Sunday? My email address is bobjocarter@hotmail.com. Thank you!
BobbiJo Burk
March 20, 2016 at 4:16 amCould you send me a copy of your lesson for this Sunday? I know it's last minute. My email address bobjocarter@hotmail.com
scott and jessica doman
March 20, 2016 at 4:16 ami would love a copy of this lesson if you can email me? domanjessica@gmail.com thanks!!!
Anonymous
March 20, 2016 at 4:16 amI would love to use this lesson on sunday> can you email it to me please? wefir5@yahoo.com
Anonymous
March 20, 2016 at 4:17 amI would love to teach this lesson Sunday if still available!
Heather-2b@hotmail.com
ruta moananu
March 20, 2016 at 4:17 amHi Chariss, wonderful lesson, can you please email me ur packet@rutamoananurut@yahoo.com, thank you
Jessica Lounsbury
March 20, 2016 at 4:17 amI would love a copy of this lesson for Sunday.
My email is jlounsbury1329@gmail.com
Thank you so much.
Jessica Lounsbury
March 20, 2016 at 4:17 amCan you please email me this lesson for Sunday. Thank you so much jlounsbury1329@gmail.com
hdlzx2
March 20, 2016 at 4:17 amI would like a copy, too! hdlzx2@hotmail.com
Jodi June Allen
November 14, 2016 at 11:52 pmOH! My email address is raggedyhaven at gmail dot com.
THANK YOU!
Jodi June Allen
November 14, 2016 at 11:52 pmHi Charisse!
I tried your email, but it was returned.
I came across your site today about your Silent Christmas lesson. I would LOVE to be able to use it if you are still willing to share it?
THANKS SO MUCH!
Jodi Allen
Mapleton Utah.
Snarrs
November 18, 2016 at 7:33 pmi would love a copy please! caitlynsnarr at gmail dot com
Shaunna Godwin
November 18, 2016 at 7:36 pmCan you please send me the video link to the silent christmas lesson. Thank you, Shaunna
shagodwin@gmail.com
Charisse
November 18, 2016 at 7:38 pmhttps://sites.google.com/site/somesweettalkinggirl/file_cabinet
You can download it from here 🙂
Charisse
November 18, 2016 at 7:39 pmHi shaunna- it is not a video but a booklet and you can download it from the below link
https://sites.google.com/site/somesweettalkinggirl/file_cabinet
Charisse
November 18, 2016 at 7:40 pmJodi- I think I emailed this to you but if not here is the link you can download it 🙂
https://sites.google.com/site/somesweettalkinggirl/file_cabinet
Davis Family
December 16, 2016 at 8:56 pmHow can I change the date on the back cover from 2014 to 2016?
JasonStephens
December 10, 2017 at 7:44 pmHas anyone gotten this. Via EMAIL yet? I am working on the lesson with my wife and we do not have a week. If someone has it please send it to jasonlstephens @ gmail.com. Please and thanks!!!!!
Charisse
December 12, 2017 at 4:56 pmI hope I am not to late- sending it now
Randa Dye
October 17, 2018 at 1:30 pmcan you please email this awesome lesson to me. Thank you so much for sharing this great lesson.
dyeforlife@gmail.com
Jenny Woods
October 24, 2018 at 9:08 amI would love to get a copy of this lesson please. jennylwoods75@gmail.com
Arendje
November 4, 2018 at 12:31 amPlease send a copy of the lesson to – arendjewhidden@gmail.com – thank you so much for sharing! –
Jamie
November 15, 2018 at 11:03 amI requested permission but have not received an email or anything yet. I would love a copy please. jamiewalton85@gmail.com Thank you!
Charisse
November 20, 2018 at 10:26 amSo sorry this took me a little bit to get out to you- Have a very Merry Christmas
Jamie Walton
November 16, 2018 at 8:56 amI would love a copy also. Please and Thank you! jamiewalton85@gmail.com