The Joy of Advent: Family Celebrations for Advent & the Twelve Days of Christmas

By Rebecca Grabill and Stephen Grabill

"One thing I know for sure: This will be a book that gets passed down through the generations."--Catholic Mom
The Joy of Advent is an easy, guided celebration of Advent and Christmas for any family that hopes to bring richness and meaning into the holiday season.

From Advent through Epiphany, activities for all ages including daily Bible readings, reflections, songs, and prayers, provide a guided celebration that will infuse depth and delight throughout the Advent and Christmastide season. The Joy of Advent gives families the opportunity to come together and focus their hearts on the scarlet thread of Christmas--Christ's love and sacrifice--woven through the tapestry of Scripture, and utilizing the Jesse Tree, to create poignant memories and beloved traditions.
Readers will: Create meaningful traditions and activities that family members will enjoy year after year. Experience companionship through accessible readings and thoughtful reflections. Appreciate the amazing story of God's redemptive work in the world. Have every day moments transformed into lasting memories of rich spiritual significance. Extend the celebration of Christmas through the full Twelve Days of Christmas. Features of The Joy of Advent:
- PERFECT GIFT for Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany celebrations, and St. Nicolas exchange.
- TIMELESSLY CLASSIC PACKAGING: With a beautifully ageless, full-color, holiday design, this family activity book is perfect for decorating a coffee table or bookshelf, and the sturdy hardcover package ensures durability.
- DESIGNED FOR FAMILIES WITH KIDS: This book includes family devotions and reflection questions for different age levels, and activities the whole family can enjoy together.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1640609555
• ISBN13: 9781640609556
• Release Date: October 2024
• Publisher: Paraclete Press (MA)
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.8" x 9.2"
• Grade Range: Preschool and higher