Are you in perpetual frantic motion during the holidays?
Advent brings a rush of activities that often makes the pre-Christmas season lose its meaning. Taking time for spiritual reflection may seem an unaffordable luxury. Setting the Christmas Stage will help you find rest for the journey, where you'll refocus and thoughfully regain the season.
Indermark looks at the Christmas story as a dramatic and well-known pageant, reminding us of holidays past and present. He provides a dynamic view of how Advent gradually moves the drama forward to the climax of Christmas. Readers will see how the stories flow together into an encounter with God in Christ.
"Envision the scenes, though distant, that may seem as close as home this season," writes Indermark. "Struggle to hear anew the choruses brought by angels and shepherds, magi and martyrs. And watch with parents as words and dreams and birth comes to pass … and as God takes the stage in the child."
Each of the four sections contains reflections that invite connection between the biblical stories and our own spiritual journeys. Appendixes contain suggested carols and where to find them, session outlines for use with small groups, and ideas for family Advent celebrations and observances.
Set the stage, linger with the familiar stories, and truly welcome Christmas this year!
