Courtesy of Ave Maria Press, here is an excerpt from Rev. Andrew Gawrych, C.S.C.’s Advent devotional, “The Gift of Hope.”
It’s not too early to gather up your Advent resources! Barb Szyszkiewicz, OFS, reviews 5 new devotionals from Ave Maria Press.
Jay Cuasay compares Hanukkah and Advent rituals with the addition of a new book from Paraclete Press that uses nature to capture the spirit of the season.
Barb Szyszkiewicz, OFS reviews two new picture books from Paraclete Press that will help young children understand and celebrate the Advent season.
Looking for Christmas gifts to help children grow in faith? Abbey Dupuy shares 4 new books and a beautiful Advent calendar from Ignatius Press just in time for Advent.
Deanna Bartalini reviews “Sacred Reading for Advent and Christmas,” the Apostleship of Prayer’s book of daily readings, prayer and reflection.
Sarah Reinhard takes a look at the two newest Advent releases from Ave Maria Press.
The number 1 movie in the world this week, Maleficent, has contributor Kelly Guest wondering if evil exists anymore.
Christine Mooney reviews the new Advent devotional and recommends it to enhance and deepen your Advent preparations.
Ellen Gable Hrkach shares an inspiring story about the first church bells from her favorite Advent book called “Donkey Bells.”
Nancy Brown has compiled a book of plays and poetry that are sure to delight your family this Advent…and beyond!
This week, we have Advent books by our very own Lisa Hendey and Sarah Reinhard to give away. Be sure to enter to win BOTH books!
Sarah Reinhard shares about three books she’s going to use this Advent: Bambinelli Sunday, The Blessing Cup, and Introducing Children to Silence and Prayer.
Mary Wallace and her daughter, Elie, join forces to review a new Advent book and interview the author.
Editor’s note: I love Advent, and I love storytelling. So it’s pretty natural that I’d love the idea behind the…