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Christmas on a Ship—A Remembrance from World War II
Walter Troyan, a teenage sailor aboard the USS Denver in December, 1944, thanked God he and his fellow sailors had come out alive after enduring 140 mph winds from Typhoon Cobra. His heart lightened, however, when his ship returned to Manus Island in New Guinea for replenishments, including a Christmas Day celebration. Sitting down at his table with a tray full of food, he asked his buddies, “Did you fellows see our Christmas tree?”
“Yep,” Alvin scooted in next to Walter. “I never thought I’d see a Christmas tree made out of a cut broom handle with cigars for branches.”
The Advent Conspiracy: Meant to Change the World
I passionately believe hospitality shows the face of God to the world. He is a God of welcome and inclusion and invitation and continual discourse and a never-ending longing for connection. Without a diligent practice of hospitality, in our homes and in our churches and in the workplace, this world cannot ascertain what He is really like.
Millie’s Christmas ~ A Kitten Story
Millie thinks she’s an almost grown up cat even if Mama says she’s still a kitten. When one of her humans has an accident, Millie’s very first Christmas isn’t what she expected. Her people and her cat family will show her the real meaning of Christmas and the fun of being a kitten.
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Seeing God’s Plan in Bethlehem: A Reflection
If it wasn't for the census that Caesar Augustus decreed should be taken, Joseph and Mary would have been able to stay in Nazareth and properly prepare their home for the impending arrival of their first-born. Think about the Bethlehem story with new insights from author Ann-Margret Hovsepian.
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I Am Herod: A Retelling
I am Herod the Great, King of Judea. I do not tolerate deceit. Not many have tried to deceive me. Those who have did not live to try again. I have killed for lesser irritations. I even ordered the deaths of infants to destroy a rival. But that's running ahead of my story… Read the powerful retelling of Herod’s madness, written by Elizabeth Westra.
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The Holiday Bus, A Christmas story
Read a sample chapter from Drive-Thru Christmas Eve, The Holiday Bus. Celebrate the transforming POWER OF CHRISTMAS in this timeless story collection, which is suitable for the entire family. The characters in these diverse stories find joy, hope, and encouragement in unexpected encounters. Join them as they discover the true meaning of Christmas.
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Welcome to the Joy of Advent!
We want you to have the most meaninful Advent ever
With that goal in mind, we developed daily readings that run from December 1st to the feast of the Epiphany on January 6th. We’ve been using these readings and carefully selected songs for years in our own home, and now we offer them to you as a daily email subscription. They will not appear on this site, but are offered exclusively to those who want to share in this Advent Journey with us. In the true spirit of Christmas, the Joy of Advent subscription is completely free.
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