What’s New on the Shelf?  Books to make the season bright –

just in time for Advent!

 

 The Book of Christmas Questions 

1.  Were They Wise Men or Kings?  By Joseph Walsh and illustrated by Bob Pepper

Joseph Walsh explains what’s behind Christmas traditions and answers the season’s most commonly      asked questions – questions about the origin of Santa Claus, the reason we decorate with greenery, the story of the nativity and the Star of Bethlehem, favorite Christmas tales, celebrations and rituals, the beginning of gift-giving and card-sending and more!  Beautifully illustrated, this book is sure to generate lively holiday conversation and encourage you to recall your own Christmas memories.      

Voices from the Gospels

2.  I Happened Upon A Miracle, C. David McKirachan and illustrated by Simon Carr      

These eighteen narratives, told in the voices of characters from the life of Jesus, offer a fresh perspective on his life and ministry.

Devotions for Advent Journey  

3.  Expecting God’s Surprises, by Robert Dunham                    

This book includes a powerful collection of twenty-nine meditations for each day of Advent.  Each brief reading begins with a selection from scripture, is followed by a meditation, and closes with a prayer. 

The Birth of Jesus the Messiah

  4.  Good Tidings of Great Joy William Barclay

In this book you will find William Barclay’s inspiring reflections on the event that changed human history – the birth of Jesus.

Stories for Christmas

5.  Angels We Will Hear On High, Arthur Fogartie           

These brief, moving vignettes are ideal for anyone who wants to hear afresh the Christmas message and to discover the implications for everyday life.   

A Journey Through the Church Year

  6.  Come Worship With Me, by Ruth Boling and illustrated by Tracey Dahle Carrier

In this colorful and beautifully illustrated children’s book, Advent, Christmas, Palm Sunday, Easter and more come alive as the mice trace the journey of the church year and invite children of all ages to Come Worship With Me.  

 

Looking for that special Advent/Christmas lesson plan, story, play, program, activity, craft, children’s sermon, or devotion? 

Want to know more about our Advent/Christmas video collection? 

For a complete listing of Advent/Christmas resources, check out our Seasons of the Year Catalog online at pbylakeerie.org.

For more information, call Joy at home, 814-333-1883, at the Resource Center, 814-868-4891 or e-mail linkster@mdvl.net

 

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