Advent Books
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From Our Lady of the
Resurrection Monastery
A MONASTERY JOURNEY TO CHRISTMAS
By Br. Victor-Antoine
d'Avila-Latourrette
Based on the ancient tradition of meditating during the 40 days of Christmas, this book by best-selling author Br. Victor (author of Twelve Months of Monastery Soups) follows the rhythm of Advent and Christmas in a monastery. Based on liturgical, biblical, traditional and literary texts, these daily meditations from November 15th to February 2nd will fill your Christmas with moments of quiet prayer. Hardcover, 208 pages.
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ADVENT & CHRISTMAS WISDOM
FROM ST. BENEDICT
For over 1,500 years, believers from all Christian traditions have looked to St. Benedict, the patriarch of Western monasticism, for spiritual wisdom. And rightly so: his rule has shown how one may live a simple, holy and common-sense life, despite the increasingly busy pace of our daily existence.
This book provides Scripture readings for the seasons of Advent and Christmas and pairs them with a daily selection from the cherished writings of St. Benedict. Accessible, direct, and practical, this book encourages the reader to set aside time each day to reflect upon a specific Scripture passage, and will lead you through the Advent and Christmas seasons in an uplifting, spiritually refreshing way! Paperback, 110 pages.
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FROM HOLIDAYS TO HOLY DAYS
A Benedictine Walk Through Advent
Join Albert Holtz, a Benedictine monk at Newark Abbey in downtown Newark, New Jersey, on his daily walks as he points out dozens of often-unnoticed connections between our holidays and the spiritual meaning of Advent and Christmas. Rather than criticizing trappings of the holiday season, he sees a string of colored lights or the window of a toy store and uncovers such traditional Advent themes as watchful waiting and selfless love. Paperback, 144 pages.
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ADVENT & CHRISTMAS
WITH ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI
Each day's selection offers a new insight from one of the most beloved saints, St. Francis of Assisi. St. Francis serves as an appropriate model of virtue during the time of year when it is easy to become caught up in the materialized aspects of the holiday. Through his words, we are reminded of the simplicity in poverty, reverence for God's word, of showing gratitude and practicing forgiveness. Along with the words of St. Francis are daily Scripture readings and prayers that mirror his philosophy. After reflecting, readers will find an Advent action -- something simple they can do to keep the words and prayers alive with them throughout the day. Christians looking for a way to energize their holiday practices will cherish this guide to refocusing on the true "reason for the season," the birth of Christ. Paperback, 110 pages
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SERMONS FOR ADVENT & THE CHRISTMAS SEASON
Bernard of Clairvaux
The twelfth-century abbot and contemplative known to history as "The Mellifluous Teacher" wrote sermons for the entire Christmas liturgical cycle -- from the first Sunday of Advent (four weeks before Christmas) to the Feast of the Purification of the Virgin Mary/Presentation of Christ in the Temple (February 2). As he reflects on the wonder of the Incarnation, he reminds Christians even to this day that Christmas celebrates the awesome condescension of God-with-us, not a commercial carnival. Paperback, 236 pages
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WATCH FOR THE LIGHT
Readings for Advent & Christmas
A modern classic available again! This collection of 45 daily readings offers wisdom, beauty and spiritual nourishment from a wide range of classic and contemporary writers. Bernard of Clairvaux, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, C.S. Lewis, Meister Eckhart and Henri Nouwen are among 50 authors in this challenging and profound collection.
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LOVE CAME DOWN
Anglican Readings for
Advent & Christmas
Compiled by Christopher L. Webber
Daily meditations drawn from sermons, books, poems and hymns of the most gifted Anglican writers of the past six hundred years. Includes John Donne, Madeleine L'Engle, William Law, Harriet Beecher Stowe and many others. Also includes brief biographies of each contributor. Paperback, 99 pages.
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BESTSELLER!
ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS WITH THOMAS MERTON
Each day, the spiritual joy of the season unfolds with a scriptural quotation and reflection by renowned Cistercian monk Thomas Merton. Explore major themes such as the Incarnation, anticipation, angels, and many more, each followed by a daily prayer. Appendix includes plans for morning and evening prayers. Paperback, 96 pages.
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