Welcome to Something New:

Open the door to advent, to poetry, to the Bible, in new ways this year with this fusion of original poetry, helpful reflection, nativity scripture, and prayer you can personalize. For each day, December 1-25, enjoy a four-part medley that invites readers in. Whether you're new to the Bible, to poetry, or both, there's something here for you.

Who Loves This:

The general reader who skipped the Sunday School experience and wants some Bible literacy
The curious reader who wants to know what faith offers, without pressure to accept
The reader who grew up in church, but left because the Bible felt like condemnation rather than contemplation
The believer who wants more substance than sentiment in advent devotions this year
The couple feeling awkward about practicing their faith together at home
The church small group feeling flat and craving fresh anticipation and joy in a familiar season
The friend outside the church who needs a safe and gentle way to encounter the Bible
The book club looking for a way to make the holiday matter

What There Is to Love:

Engaging introduction to poetry – God loves poetry, and you can, too. Gain confidence and freedom to approach poems without feeling lost or foolish.

Safe introduction to the Bible – See what’s in there without pressure or judgment. Walk through the door of poetry to see what faith is about for those people who gain from it. All the explanation without the confrontation, in a way you can understand.

Greater literacy – Close the gap if you choose to read with a partner. Let the reader of the Word and the reader from the world share the risk. Step toward mutual discovery.