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Seasonal Studies 2–4, 6–11

Seasonal Events & Activities 5

Small-group Discussion Starters 12–13

Seasonal Devotions 14–21

Preaching & Worship 22–23

Family Activities 24–25

Children’s Programs 26

Church Gifts for Children 27

Children’s Advent Calendars 28–30

Seasonal Supplies 31

Seasonal Bulletins 32–36

Paraments & Stoles 37–40

Candles & Advent Wreaths 41–47

Evergreen Wreaths 48

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NEW Not a Silent NightMary Looks Back to BethlehemAdam Hamilton

Imagine Jesus from Mary’s point of view—proud of her son, in awe of his gifts and mission, guided by love for him as a person and so much more.

In this book, Adam Hamilton begins at the end, with Mary at his cruci� xion and resurrection; travels back in time as she witnesses his life and ministry; and ends at the beginning, with the Christ child born in a stable, Mary’s beautiful baby. This year, experience Advent and Christmas with Mary.

The leader guide includes everything a leader needs to facilitate sessions and tailor them to the time and style of their group. The DVD, designed for group use along with the book and leader guide, brings Hamilton and his dynamic teaching style into the group sessions. The DVD presents � ve videos of about 10 minutes each, one for each book chapter:

1. Beginning with the End 2. The Piercing of Mary’s Soul 3. Amazed, Astounded, and Astonished 4. Mary, Full of Grace 5. It Was Not a Silent NightAll video sessions are closed captioned.

Abingdon Press.

9781426771842. Hardcover Book. $16.99; Cokesbury Price $11.049781630882952. Large Print Book. $17.99; Cokesbury Price $11.699781426771996. Leader Guide. $11.99; Cokesbury Price $7.799781426771859. DVD (five 10-minute segments). $39.99; Cokesbury Price $31.99

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Author’s insights

“Look back through the eyes of Mary—from the foot of the cross to

his ministry with the multitudes, from the boy in the temple to the stable

where he was born.”

Adam Hamilton is the senior pastor of The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas. A master at explaining questions of faith in a down-to-earth fashion, he is the author of many books including Revival, 24 Hours, The Journey, The Way, Why, Making Sense of the Bible, and more.

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Expectant.

Dangerous.

Jealous.

Faithful.

NEW Under WrapsThe Gift We Never ExpectedJessica LaGrone, Andy Nixon, Rob Renfroe, and Ed Robb

This seasonal study works well for individuals as well as in group classes. Small-group resources including a teaching video, worship ideas and visuals, sermon lead-in videos, and preaching guides are provided for all ages. Additional material on the theme of “Joy” is provided for an optional Christmas week focus.

Abingdon Press.

Study contains: 9781426793738. Adult Study Book $12.99; Cokesbury Price $8.449781630882969. Adult Study Book, Large Print $13.99; Cokesbury Price $9.099781426793752. Leader Guide $11.99; Cokesbury Price $7.799781426793769. Devotional $9.99; Cokesbury Price $6.499781426793783. DVD. (4 segments: 10–15 minutes each) $39.99; Cokesbury Price $31.999781426793813. Children’s Leader Guide $16.99; Cokesbury Price $11.049781426793790. Youth Study Book $9.99; Cokesbury Price $6.499781426793820. Worship Planning Flash Drive $29.99; Cokesbury Price $23.99

These are the themes used in the Old Testament to describe the layers of God’s character. But then Jesus—God under wraps—took on human � esh and came to live among us to reveal to us what God is really like.

Under Wraps will show everyone in your congregation what they can � nd when they open the true gift of Christmas.

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Author insights

Here’s who God is: our remarkable, surprising God has come to us

in Jesus, and you’re not going to believe how good he is.

Meet the authors:

Jessica LaGrone is Dean of the Chapel at Asbury Theological Seminary and an acclaimed pastor, teacher, author, and speaker. She is the author of Namesake: When God Rewrites Your Story and Broken and Blessed: How God Changed the World Through One Imperfect Family.

Andy Nixon is lead pastor of The Loft, a worshiping community for those who are discovering the relevance of the church and their place in it.

Rob Renfroe is Pastor of Discipleship at The Woodlands United Methodist Church in The Woodlands, Texas. He is charged with helping all adult members of the church to grow in their faith, to discover their calling, and to � nd a place to serve Christ and others.

Dr. Ed Robb is Senior Pastor of The Woodlands UMC in Houston, Texas. Serving the church for more than thirty years, his vision and leadership have led the church to become one of the fastest growing churches in Methodism, with over 10,000 members.

David Dorn (contributor to the Youth Study Book) is an associate pastor and director of small groups at The Woodlands United Methodist Church in The Woodlands, Texas.

Under Wraps—an all-church study experience that explores the character of God described in the Old Testament and then revealed through Jesus Christ.

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The JourneyWalking the Road to BethlehemAdam HamiltonJourney with Adam Hamilton as he travels from Nazareth to Bethlehem in this fascinating look at the birth of Jesus Christ. Approaching a world-changing event with thoughtfulness, Hamilton offers historical information, archaeological data, and a personal look at some of the stories surrounding the birth. The most amazing moment in history will become more real and heartfelt on this journey. Abingdon Press.

9781426714252. Hardcover Book. $18.99; Cokesbury Price $12.349781426792342. Large Print Edition. $19.99; Cokesbury Price $12.999781426753329. Leader Guide. $11.99; Cokesbury Price $7.799781426719998. DVD (5 sessions; 10–15 mins. each). $39.99; Cokesbury Price $31.999781426714269. A Season of Reflections. $9.99; Cokesbury Price $6.49 9781426728570. Children’s Leader Guide (Daphna Flegal). $16.99; Cokesbury Price $11.049781426728587. Youth Participant Book (Jason Gant). $8.99; Cokesbury Price $5.849781426778827. Walking the Road to Bethlehem (Devotional) (Updated/expanded

devotions and more). $9.99; Cokesbury Price $6.49

A Different Kind of ChristmasLiving and Giving Like JesusMike SlaughterA practical and inspirational study based on Slaughter’s popular book Christmas Is Not Your Birthday, this � ve-week study will empower your family and your church to reclaim the broader missional meaning of Jesus’ birth and experience a Christmas season with more peace and joy than any toy or gadget could ever bring. Abingdon Press.

9781426753633. Adult Leader Guide. $11.99; Cokesbury Price $7.799781426753541. DVD (5 sessions; 10–15 mins. each).$39.99; Cokesbury Price $31.999781426753602. Devotional. $9.99; Cokesbury Price $6.499781426753626. Children’s Leader Guide. $16.99; Cokesbury Price $11.049781426753619. Youth Study. $8.99; Cokesbury Price $5.849781426727351. Christmas Is Not Your Birthday.$12.99; Cokesbury Price $8.44 (used as Adult Participant Book)

Finding Bethlehem in the Midst of BedlamJames W. Moore

Christmas or confusion, Bethlehem or bedlam...which will you choose this year? The truth is, we don’t have to choose, because Christmas always happens right in the midst of our confusion. God breaks into our confusion and is made known in Jesus Christ. Christmas and confusion--weren’t they intimately related at the � rst Christmas when Jesus was born? Sometimes we forget that. But, that’s what this study is about—how Christ breaks into our chaos and confusion and brings Christmas—how Bethlehem always happens in the midst of bedlam.

5 sessions. Abingdon Press.

9781426760822. Adult Study. $12.99; Cokesbury Price $8.449781426768996. Youth Study (Mike Poteet). $7.99; Cokesbury Price $5.199781426769016. Children’s Leader Guide (Brittany Sky).$15.99; Cokesbury Price $10.39



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WE Expectations1 Event for AdventLaura KeeleyThrough drama, readings, and a whole-church Jesse tree project, WE: Expections will help your church prepare for the coming of Jesus, the Son of God and the “son of David.” This single stand-alone event � ts easily into your Advent/Christmas schedule. Includes reproducible pages. Also includes a bonus event for before or after Advent. Faith Alive. 9781592557301. $19.99; Cokesbury Price $15.39

Vintage ChristmasThis holiday event explores very center of all our Christmas traditions—the birth of Jesus. Women will grow closer as they share their Christmas traditions and memories. The kit includes a Leader Guide to help plan your event; a Graphics CD with name tags, invitations, and promotional items; and a ten-pack of Memory Booklets, which serve as an event guide and keepsake for each participant. Order extra so each woman receives one! Group Publishing. 9781470700881. Women’s Holiday Event Kit. $24.99; Cokesbury Price $19.999781470704193. Memory Booklet 10-Pack. $7.99; Cokesbury Price $5.59

CelebrateIt’s a fun tradition to receive a small gift each day from an Advent calendar. This 4-week devotional will help your family participate in this tradition with a twist—instead of gifts, � ll your Advent calendar with daily acts of mercy. This kit includes a DVD, a church planning guide, Bible studies for all ages, daily readings, logo art, bulletin inserts, service outlines and PowerPoint backgrounds, promotional items, a sample of the family devotional, and more! Beacon Hill Press. 9780834131583. Kit. $79.99Also available: 9780834130494. Family Devotional. $9.99 Cokesbury Price $6.99

NEW Contagious Christmas

Looking for something fresh and new for your next women’s Christmas event? Contagious Christmas is exactly what you need to breathe new life into your holiday gathering. Women will enjoy getting to know one another as they share their own stories and connect with the story that started us all on a mission to make joy contagious—the Christmas story.

The kit includes a leader guide, a DVD, downloadable graphics, and one 10-pack of Memory Booklets. Order extra booklets so each woman receives a copy of this keepsake program guide.

Group Publishing. 9781470710538. Women’s Holiday Event Kit. $24.99; Cokesbury Price $19.99 9781470710514. Memory Booklet 10-Pack. $7.99; Cokesbury Price $5.59

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Scriptures for the Church seasons

NEW The Lord is Our LightAn Advent Study Based on the Revised Common LectionaryA. Elaine Brown Crawford

God’s hope and presence shines more brilliantly than ever during Advent and Christmas. This � ve-week study provides you with the opportunity to understand, appreciate, and engage in the season’s joyous celebrations in a new light.

Based upon the Revised Common Lectionary Scriptures, the sessions help you prepare for Christ’s birth through commentary and re� ection on reading from the Old Testament, the Gospels, and the Epistles. The study book includes a leader guide with information about the season of Advent, suggestions for starting and leading small groups, Bible background, and discussion activities.

Abingdon Press. 9781426785832. $9.99; Cokesbury Price $6.49

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NEW Travel the Highways of AdventAn Advent Study for AdultsStan Purdum

There’s a difference between standing and looking down a road and putting one foot in front of the other and walking down the road. That’s the premise of this thematic Advent study for individuals or small groups.

Instead of merely reading and talking about growing in faith this season, Travel the Highways of Advent uses each chapter to show you how to take what you learn from the Bible and apply it to everyday, practical life experiences, nurturing your faith development and spiritual growth as you journey down the pathway to Jesus.

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NEWTravel the Highways of AdventAn Advent Study for AdultsStan Purdum

There’s a difference between standing and looking down a road and putting one foot in front of the other and walking down the road. That’s the premise of this thematic Advent study for individuals or small groups.

Instead of merely reading and talking about growing in faith this season, Travel the Highways of Advent take what you learn from the Bible and apply it to everyday, practical life experiences, nurturing your faith development and spiritual growth as you journey down the pathway to Jesus.

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Seasonal Studies

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A Thrill of HopeThe Christmas Story in Word and ArtThis 50-minute DVD-based study presents the familiar story of Christmas as told in the gospels of Matthew and Luke. Each Scripture passage is illustrated and interpreted in the stunning artwork of John August Swanson along with commentary by some of America’s premier biblical scholars, names such as Dr. Thomas A. Long, Dr. Michael Joseph Brown, Dr. Carol A. Newsom and more. Morehouse Education Resources. 9781606740897. DVD. $29.95 Cokesbury Price $23.96

Also available: 9781606740903. Participant’s Guide. $4.95

NEW Light of LightsAdvent Devotions from The Upper Room Daily Devotional GuideRobin PippinThis collection of meditations from The Upper Room daily devotional guide is arranged to coordinate with the themes of the four candles on an Advent wreath: Hope, Love, Joy, and Peace. A complete Leader’s Guide for small groups and instructions for making an Advent wreath are included. Upper Room. 9780835813419. $10.00; Cokesbury Price $6.80

Seasonal Studies

NEW Mary Had a BabyAn Advent Bible Study Based on African American SpiritualsCheryl Kirk-Duggan, Marilyn E. ThorntonIf the rousing lyrics and rhythm of “Go Tell it on the Mountain” are what stirs your soul, this is the Advent study that will speak to you. Each of the four sessions of Mary Had a Baby corresponds with the four weeks of Advent and features a Christmas spiritual. You’ll listen to the music, examine related Scripture, and discuss biblical, historical, and contextual themes in a fun and interactive setting—a perfect seasonal study for small groups, choir workshops, or any gathering of those who enjoy a little toe tapping while strengthening their faith with heart-touching spirituals. Abingdon Press. 9781426795510. $9.99; Cokesbury Price $6.49

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NEW Taste & SeeExperiencing the Stories of Advent and ChristmasJan Johnson

This innovative small-group Advent study invites readers to experience the stories of the season with their senses. It is built around a careful contextual reading of Scripture combined with the imaginative reading approach introduced by St. Ignatius. Drawing on that experience of Scripture, participants then consider how these stories speak to their own lives.

Upper Room.9780835813549. $12.00 Cokesbury Price $8.16

Three Gifts, One ChristConverge Bible StudiesKatie Z. DawsonScripture tells the story of magi who followed a star in the sky—a light in the midst of the darkness—to � nd the Messiah and give him gifts. But more than what the magi gave the child, Three Gifts, One Christ is about what Jesus offers us. Using passages from Matthew and Hebrews, Katie Z. Dawson explores three of Christ’s roles—the high priest who sacrifices himself for us, the prophet who calls us into the Kingdom and shows us a better way to live, and the Messiah who triumphs over evil and sets us free. Abingdon Press. 9781426778278. $9.99 Cokesbury Price $6.49

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Advent ConspiracyCan Christmas Still Change the World?Chris Seay, Greg Holder, and Rick McKinleyTired of the consumerism that has come to de� ne Christmas? Advent Conspiracy invites families, home groups, and churches to restore the heart of the holiday. Unwrapping four simple but powerful concepts, this stirring book invites you to celebrate Jesus’ birth more meaningfully by giving relationally to family, friends, and the less fortunate. Book includes a study guide. DVD offers four study sessions: Worship Fully, Spend Less, Give More, Love All. Zondervan.9780310324522. Book. $12.99 Cokesbury Price $10.659780310324423. DVD. $19.99 Cokesbury Price $15.99 9780310325260. Book & DVD Set. $29.99 Cokesbury Price $23.99

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Christmas Light Splits the NightDiane AverillIn spite of the pre-Christmas fanfare of gifts, decorations, parties, and high-calorie treats, this � ve-session Advent study gives us an opening to remember the strange and wonderful time when light split the night and God became one of us. Faith Alive. 9781592555130. $7.49 Cokesbury Price $5.77

Rediscover AdventMatthew KellyTake time this Advent to rediscover what it means to be Catholic. Designed for individual reading or for group study, Rediscover Advent is the perfect companion as you prepare for the coming of Christ and delve more deeply into the spirituality of the Advent season. Franciscan Media.9781616361648. $8.99 Cokesbury Price $6.29

Advent of the Savior6 Studies for Individuals or GroupsCindy BunchThese studies introduce you to the circumstances surrounding the birth of Jesus, remind you of God’s faithfulness to ful� ll his promises, and draw you more deeply into the love that brought Christ to earth. InterVarsity Press. 9780830831364. $8.00Cokesbury Price $6.16

The Women of ChristmasExperience the Season Afresh with Elizabeth, Mary, and AnnaLiz Curtis Higgs

When it comes to Christmas, the stories of shepherds, wise men, and other male � gures often dominate our thinking. But right from the start, women played vital roles in God’s beautiful plan to redeem the world through Jesus.

In this Christ-centered, Christmas-themed Bible study wrapped inside a gift book—perfect for holiday giving, personal use, or group studies—best-selling author Liz Curtis Higgs helps modern women connect personally to powerful truths revealed in the lives of Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist; Mary, the mother of Jesus; and Anna, the faithful prophetess.

Waterbrook Press.9781601425416. $14.99Cokesbury Price $10.49

Seasonal Studies

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Behold!Cultivating Attentiveness in the Season of AdventPamela C. Hawkins“Behold” is an old-fashioned word missing from most modern translations of the Bible. But in the spirit of that word, this four-week study invites readers to enter Advent with an attitude of anticipation. Upper Room Books.9780835810623. $14.00Cokesbury Price $9.52

Silence and Other Surprising Invitations of AdventEnuma OkoroIn these daily meditations for Advent, we take a heartfelt look at the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah, who receive astonishing news in their old age. By seeing deep inside this couple’s longings and doubts, readers will increase their own capacity for patience, and be reminded of God’s promise to make all things new. Upper Room Books. 9780835811125. $14.00; Cokesbury Price $9.52

When God Comes DownAn Advent Study for AdultsJames A. HarnishIn this � ve-week study, Harnish looks through the eyes of � ve biblical characters to explore the meaning of the incarnation—God with us in human � esh. Each lesson includes discussion questions and a focus for the coming week. Abingdon Press. 9781426751080. $9.99Cokesbury Price $6.49

NEW The Greatest GiftUnwrapping the FullLove Story of ChristmasAnn Voskamp

This stunning four-week video curriculum from Ann Voskamp, author of the bestselling book The Greatest Gift, celebrates the majesty of God’s greatest gift of Jesus Christ—through the timeless Advent tradition of the Jesse Tree. Perfect for families and ideal for small groups, this DVD-based study offers a moment of calm amid the busy holiday season.

Tyndale House. Coming in October.9781414397184. DVD. $19.99; Cokesbury Price $15.99

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NEW Unwrapping the Greatest Gift 2014 Devotional BookA Family Celebration of ChristmasComing in November.9781414397542. Hardcover. $24.99; Cokesbury Price $17.49

BESTSELLER The Greatest GiftAn Advent Devotional9781414387086. Hardcover. $19.99; Cokesbury Price $13.99

NEW The Greatest GiftUnwrapping the FullLove Story of ChristmasAnn Voskamp

This stunning four-week video curriculum from Ann Voskamp, author of the bestselling book the majesty of God’s greatest gift of Jesus Christ—through the timeless Advent tradition of the Jesse Tree. Perfect for families and ideal for small groups, this DVD-based study offers a moment of calm amid the busy holiday season.

Tyndale House.9781414397184.

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NEW Unwrapping the Greatest Gift 2014 Devotional BookA Family Celebration of ChristmasComing in November.9781414397542.

BESTSELLER The Greatest GiftAn Advent Devotional9781414387086.

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NEW Wrestling with WonderA Transformational Journey Through the Life of MaryMarlo Schalesky

Who is this God who calls a young girl to birth a Savior and then watch him die on a Roman cross? And, who is this God who calls us to surrender and then leads us on a journey of twists and turns, ups and downs, unlike anything we could have ever expected?

Come join Mary on a journey of discovery. Hear the angel’s call, walk the long road to Bethlehem, give birth in a barn, search for a lost son, kneel at the foot of a cross, and experience the wind of the Spirit. Come walk with Mary, and find your own journey in hers.

Zondervan. Coming in October. 9780310337409. $15.99; Cokesbury Price $11.19

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Exploring Advent with LukeFour Questions for Spiritual GrowthTimothy ClaytonThis creative Advent study guides readers to rediscover the events leading up to the birth of Christ through the four questions of Luke chapter 1, as posed by Zechariah, Mary, Elizabeth, and the people in the Temple. Ave Maria Press.9781594713040. $13.95 Cokesbury Price $10.74

NEW Joy to the WorldHow Christ’s Coming Changed Everything (and Still Does)Mike Aquilina and Scott HahnThe Christmas story includes a cast of characters who are strange and exotic. But Christmas is essentially a family story of a father, a mother, and a child—their interactions, their individual lives, and their common life. Random House.9780804141123. $20.00 Cokesbury Price $14.00

His Name Shall Be CalledInspiration for the Christmas SeasonBased on the words of the prophet Isaiah, this devotional offers a brand-new take on the many names of Jesus that are found in Scripture. Drawn from the classic work The Wonderful Names of Our Wonderful Lord, this book puts a festive spin on the concept for the Christmas holiday. Barbour Publishing.9781624162398. $9.99; Cokesbury Price $6.99

Christmas from the Back SideA Different Look at the Story of Jesus’ BirthJ. Ellsworth KalasThis popular beloved author presents new insight into the biblical story of Christmas by approaching the season through the “back side”—from a unique starting point for a creative retelling. Abingdon Press. 9780687027064. $10.99 Cokesbury Price $7.14

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The First ChristmasWhat the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus’s BirthMarcus J. Borg and John Dominic CrossanTwo of today’s top Bible scholars join forces to show how history has biased our reading of the Nativity story as it appears in the gospels of Matthew and Luke. Crossan and Borg show that the Christmas story, read in its original context, is far richer and more challenging than people imagine. Harper Collins. 9780061430718. $13.99; Cokesbury Price $9.79

NEW On This Holy NightThe Heart of ChristmasMax Lucado, Rick Warren, David Jeremiah, John Maxwell, Jack Hayford, and Bill Hybels

A collection that breathes new life into different aspects of the Christmas story through the voices of six beloved Christian communicators. Each author explores the meaning of Christmas in different facets of the holiday. This beautiful full-color gift book will be treasured for years to come.

Thomas Nelson. Coming in October.9781400323456. $14.99; Cokesbury Price $10.49

NEW In the Manger25 Inspirational Selections for AdventMax Lucado

In the narrative of Christmas, God The Author would enter his own story. He, too, would be born. He, too, would be human. He, too, would have feet and hands, tears and � esh.

Best-selling author Max Lucado, invites readers to witness the birth of Christ as they’ve never seen it before, through 25 inspirational selections from his most popular books. Join Mary and Joseph inside a stable, beside a shepherd, and at the feet of the King in the manger.

NelsonWord Publishing. Coming in September. 9780849947582. Hardcover. $9.99; Cokesbury Price $6.99

NEW Advent and Christmas Wisdom from St. Therese of LisieuxJohn ClearyUsing passages from St. Therese’s autobiography, Story of a Soul, the author inspires us to embrace our own smallness this Advent and Christmas and see past the glamour and hype of a material Christmas to the small miracle that comes on December 25. Liguori Publications. Coming in October.9780764821721. $11.99; Cokesbury Price $8.39Also available: Advent and Christmas Wisdom from Henri J. M. Nouwen9780764812187. $11.99; Cokesbury Price $9.23

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Seasonal Devotions

NEW Light Upon LightA Literary Guide for Advent, Christmas, and Epiphanycompiled by Sarah ArthurThis collection contains daily and weekly inspirational readings to help the reader prayerfully experience God through the liturgical seasons of winter. Well-loved classics by Andersen, Dickens, and more join newer voices. Readers are invited to experience Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany stripped of sentiment, and to turn toward Emmanuel. Zondervan. Coming in October. 9781612614199. $18.99; Cokesbury Price $13.29

Meeting the MessiahScriptures for the Advent SeasonKara Lassen OliverSix weeks of short readings tell the Advent story through the eyes of the Holy Spirit, John the Baptist, Mary, the shepherds, the magi, and Jesus himself. Readers step into the shoes of those who prepared for and encountered the Christ child, providing inspiration for their own encounters with Jesus this Advent. Upper Room Books. 9780835810296. $14.00; Cokesbury Price $9.52

From Holidays to Holy DaysA Benedictine Walk through AdventAlbert HoltzRather than criticizing the trappings of the holiday season, the author—a Benedictine monk—looks at them from the viewpoint of Christian contemplation. He invites readers to join him on his daily walks through downtown Newark, New Jersey as he points out often-unnoticed connections between our holidays and the spiritual meaning of Advent and Christmas. Morehouse Publishing.9780819223166. $16.00 Cokesbury Price $10.88

God is In the MangerReflections on Advent and ChristmasDietrich BonhoefferForty devotions guide and inspire readers as they move thematically through the weeks of Advent and Christmas. Supplemented by an informative introduction, short excerpts from Bonhoeffer’s letters, and passages from his Christmas sermons, these daily devotions are timeless and moving reminders of the true gift of Christmas. Westminster John Knox Press.9780664238872. Hardcover. $16.00; Cokesbury Price $11.20Also available in paper: God is In the Manger9780664234294. $13.00; Cokesbury Price $9.10

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Seasonal Devotions

NEW All I Really WantReadings for a Modern ChristmasQuinn CaldwellAll I Really Want offers witty, edgy, and modern prayers for every morning and evening of the Christmas season, as well as simple actions you can—and will—take toward the deeper meaning that underlies the season. Abingdon Press. Coming in October. 9781426790171. $15.99; Cokesbury Price $10.39

NEW Watch for the LightReadings for Advent and ChristmasThese 50 devotions from the world’s greatest spiritual writers invite the reader to contemplate the great themes of Christmas and the signi� cance that the coming of Jesus has for each of us, not only during Advent, but every day. Plough Publishing House. 9780874869170. Hardcover. $24.00; Cokesbury Price $16.80

Walking the Road to BethlehemYour Journey to ChristmasAdam HamiltonBased on Hamilton’s The Journey: Reflections for the Season, this new edition combines content from Adam’s travel from Nazareth to Bethlehem with added content to create an experience of preparation of heart and mind for Christmas. Abingdon Press. 9781426778827. $9.99; Cokesbury Price $6.49

NEWWaiting in Joyful HopeDaily Reflections for Advent and Christmas 2014–2015Robert F. MorneauPrepare spiritually during the especially busy Advent and Christmas seasons with this popular, easy-to-use annual guide. This little treasure offers brief, down-to-earth re� ections that bring prayer and Scripture into everyday life in a thought-provoking and lasting way. Liturgical Press. 9780814635629. $5.95; Cokesbury Price $4.17

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NEW Finding the MessiahFrom Darkness to Dawn–The Birth of Our SaviorJane Rubietta

Through artfully told daily devotions—each taking � ve to ten minutes a day—Rubietta leads readers along a twenty-eight day journey i nto the heart of Advent, in search of the living Messiah. Readers are drawn far into the spiritual depths of Christmas, where Christ can be born again into their souls.

Wesleyan Publishing House. Coming in October. 9780898279023. $10.99; Cokesbury Price $7.69

An Inner Journey to ChristmasAn Advent DevotionAnne Kathryn KillingerChristmas is the time of year that we await, plan, and celebrate Christ’s birth. This devotional provides you with a way to set aside time for a short spiritual journey every day—a time to reconnect and meditate. Each day begins with a short prayer followed by a inspirational story from the author. Chalice Press.9780827216389. Hardcover. $14.99; Cokesbury Price $10.19

Love Came Down at ChristmasA Celebration of Jesus’ BirthMariLee ParrishInspired by the beloved nineteenth-century poem of the same name by Christina Rossetti, this thoughtful, heartfelt devotional focuses on the greatest gift ever given to the world, Jesus Christ. Devotions are complemented by Scripture, inspirational quotes, Christmas carol lyrics, and prayers—all perfect for your holiday season. Barbour Publishing.9781624161414. $7.99; Cokesbury Price $5.59

Embodied LightAdvent Reflections on the IncarnationMelissa TidwellInvites readers to ponder our Creator’s daring adventure of taking on human � esh and coming to earth to live among us. Embark on a 4-week journey � lled with Scripture readings, illuminating stories, penetrating commentary, and prayers that guide you to open your eyes to the mystery of the Incarnation—God with us. Upper Room Books.9780835812146. $12.00; Cokesbury Price $8.16

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The Uncluttered HeartMaking Room for God During Adventand ChristmasBeth A. RichardsonUsing the traditional Advent themes of Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love—interwoven with the ancient practices of the Desert Mothers and Fathers—these daily readings help readers create a time of deep reflection and connection to God. Upper Room Books. 9780835899949. $13.00; Cokesbury Price $8.84

NEW Let Every Heart Prepare Him RoomAn Advent DevotionalJean WiseWouldn’t it be nice to celebrate Christmas simply, without all the hype and stress? These 28 encouraging daily devotionals, relevant quotations and prayers, and practical tips encourage you to simplify the Christmas season and make room for Jesus in your life. Barbour Publishing. Coming in September. 9781628369069. Hardcover. $9.99; Cokesbury Price $6.99

God With UsRediscovering the Meaning of ChristmasGreg Pennoyer and Gregory Wolfe, editorsThe sentimentality and commercialism that dominates the Christmas season can obscure the profound mystery at its heart. Enhanced with beautiful art, these daily meditations by today’s leading spiritual writers help you to slow down and reconnect with the liturgical and sacramental traditions that illuminate the meaning of the Incarnation. Paraclete Press. 9781557255419. Hardcover. $29.95; Cokesbury Price $20.97

The Advent of ChristScripture Reflections to Prepare for ChristmasEdward Sri

The Christmas story has become so familiar that the profound, even shocking, nature of the Incarnation might be overlooked. But what if we were hearing the story for the first time, like the first-century Jews? These reflections, one for each day of Advent through Christmas, will help you to discover spiritual treasures in the Gospels and gain a new understanding of the coming of Christ.

Servant Books. 9781616366513. $12.99; Cokesbury Price $9.09

NEW AdventA Calendar of Devotions 2014 James W. MoorePriced for gift giving, this pack of 10 devotions helps readers step back from the bustle and stress of the season and prepare their hearts and minds to rejoice in God’s loving gift, Jesus Christ. Each daily devotion includes a recommended Scripture reading, a Bible verse, an inspiring message, and an uplifting prayer. Abingdon Press.9781426781681. Pkg. of 10, $9.99

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NEWBelieveChristmas BookletRandy Frazee, general editorCelebrate Christmas with this inexpensive booklet that explores the subjects of joy, the goodness of God, and worship with three chapters from Believe that use the NIV Bible to unlock the 10 key beliefs, 10 key practices, and 10 key virtues. Zondervan. Coming in October.542198. Pack of 10, $29.90; Sale $19.44Buy more, save more!*

NEW The Message of ChristmasEugene PetersonShare the biblical story of Christmas with the contemporary and engaging language of The Message Bible. This pocket-sized booklet contains excerpts that highlight the Nativity narrative and the love and hope given to mankind through Christ’s birth. NavPress. Coming in September.539823. Pack of 10, $19.90; Sale $12.94Buy more, save more!*

NEW This Christmas, God Wants You to KnowInspiration for Your SoulShanna D. Gregor This devotional will delight and encourage you in your daily faith walk, giving you the encouragement and inspiration you need during the busy holiday rush. Each inspirational thought is accompanied by a related Scripture selection and devotional reading. Barbour Publishing. Coming in September.539886. Pack of 10, $39.90; Sale $25.94Buy more, save more!*

NEW The Expected OneScott JamesThrough this devotional, Scott James brings to light the many promises of Christ—from birth to Ascension—that demonstrate Christ’s love for us during this Christmas season. These daily devotions, which are designed for both family and individual use, are timeless and moving reminders of the true gift of Christmas. Broadman and Holman Publishers. Coming in October. 540170. Hardcover. Pack of 10, $59.90; Sale $38.94Buy more, save more!*

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NEW The Cradle, Cross, and CrownBilly GrahamDrawing from a lifetime of writings and sermons, beloved preacher and author Billy Graham pierces through the meaningless activity we get caught up in by taking readers back to the time when heaven descended to earth—and the place where Christ was born. It’s perfect for keeping focused on what’s truly important during the bustle of the season. Thomas Nelson. Coming in September.540058 Pack of 10, $29.90; Sale $19.44Buy more, save more!*

It’s a Wonderful LifeA 31-Day Devotional Based on Favorite Christmas ClassicsDavid McLaughlanBased on classic Christmas stories, books, movies, poems, and songs, the brief readings in this volume are fun, nostalgic, and encouraging and are accompanied by relevant quotations, Scriptures, and prayers. Barbour Publishing. 540110. Pack of 10, $39.90; Sale $25.94Buy more, save more!*

NEW Let Us Adore HimDaily Reflections for Advent and ChristmasRichard N. FragomeniThis timely, relevant, and inspirational page-a-day booklet will enhance your preparation for Christmas and can be used from year to year. The content covers the 28 days of Advent, and 21 days of the Christmas season—from Christmas Day to the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. Franciscan Media. 540178. Pack of 10, $39.90; Sale $25.94Buy more, save more!*

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NEW The Season of the NativityConfessions and Practices of an Advent, Christmas & Epiphany ExtremistSybil Macbeth

Advent and Epiphany are the often-neglected parentheses around Christmas. But as the opening three acts for the liturgical year, Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany set the stage for our yearlong journey through Scripture and salvation history.

This book combines memoir, front-porch theology, and pages of spiritual practices and activities to invite individuals and families into a deeper relationship with a time of year you may have never discovered before.

Paraclete Press. Coming in November.9781612614106. $17.99; Cokesbury Price $12.59

A Classic ChristmasSpiritual Reflections, Timeless Literature, and Treasured Verse & ScriptureMark GilroyThis compilation is more than a joyful song or an inspirational poem to lift your spirit, more than a legend that encourages you to practice goodwill, and more than charming artwork. A Classic Christmas is all those things—and more. Harper Collins.9780061893872. Hardcover. $14.99 Cokesbury Price $12.29

Our Family ChristmasAn Advent DevotionalThis memory-making devotional for families with children elementary age and younger includes 28 thoughtful devotionals, with relevant lyrics from carols, and brief prayer starters. Barbour Publishing. 9781624162572. Hardcover. $9.99 Cokesbury Price $6.99

CelebrateAn Advent ExperiencePaul ShenemanIn this 4-week devotional for families, you will be encouraged to participate in the tradition of one small gift per day using the Advent calendar. Celebrate will challenge you to � ll your Advent season with daily acts of mercy. Beacon Hill. 9780834130494. $9.99Cokesbury Price $6.99

The Miracle of Christmas15 Inspirational Stories to Read Through the Advent SeasonStormie OmartianThis collection of stories provides a unique glimpse of possible reactions, perceptions, and actions of the characters in the Nativity. Each story powerfully connects readers to the heart of a compassionate Savior. Harvest House. 9780736951746. $10.99 Cokesbury Price $8.46


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NEW Every ValleyAdvent with the Scriptures of Handel’s Messiahforeword by Albert L. Blackwell

This gift-worthy book will delight and inspire classical music fans and those for whom “Messiah” is a beloved Christmas tradition. Forty essays explore the theological, historical, and pastoral implications of the Scriptures that make up Handel’s “Messiah.”

Westminster John Knox Press. Coming in September. 9780664259983. Hardcover. $15.00; Cokesbury Price $10.50

Come Thou Long-Expected JesusAdvent and Christmas with Charles WesleyPaul Wesley ChilcoteIn this volume of Advent and Christmas meditations based on the seasonal hymns of Charles Wesley, each daily meditation is keyed to the Scripture reading for the day and to portions of Wesley’s texts and concludes with a brief prayer based on the day’s theme. Morehouse Publishing. 9780819222503. $14.00; Cokesbury Price $9.52

Songs in WaitingSpiritual Reflections on Christ’s BirthPaul-Gordon ChandlerNew perspectives on the liturgical church seasons can keep them fresh and bring them to life in new ways. This is a short book of spiritual meditations for the Advent season on the four “Middle Eastern” songs sung around the birth of Jesus—canticles that have played an important role in the liturgical worship of the church over the centuries. Morehouse Publishing. 9780819223609. Hardcover. $20.00Cokesbury Price $13.60

NEW O Come Let Us Adore HimDevotions Inspired by “O Come, All Ye Faithful”Pamela L. McQuadeInspired by the popular Christmas hymn, this collection of 180 devotional readings offers a lovely reminder of the real reason for the season and will encourage and uplift your heart during the hustle and bustle of the busy Christmas rush. Barbour Publishing. Coming in September. 9781628368819. $7.99Cokesbury Price $5.59

Let Every Heart PrepareMeditations for Advent and ChristmasBarbara Cawthorne CraftonBased on beautiful seasonal hymns, Crafton’s daily meditations on faith, prayer, forgiveness, and healing for Advent and Christmas make an excellent companion for the season. Morehouse Publishing. 9780819217554. $10.00 Cokesbury Price $6.80

NEW The MessiahThe Texts Behind Handel’s MasterpieceDouglas ConnellyProphets predicted him. Angels and shepherds rejoiced at his birth. Friends cried for joy at his resurrection. And we still celebrate him today. This guide leads you through Scripture passages used in Handel’s work that highlight who Jesus is and what he came to do. It might change the way you listen to the Messiah. InterVarsity Press. 9780830831326. $8.00Cokesbury Price $5.60


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Advent memories that last for years to come

Worship Feast: Advent & ChristmasComplete Worship Outlines for Advent and Christmas Jenny Youngman and Josh TinleyHere are experiential worship outlines for the season, with seven original Advent/Christmas-themed worship songs on audio CD, printed lyrics with chords, plus a prayer station experience around the lighting of the Advent candles. Abingdon Press.9780687465422. Book with CD. $19.99

‘Tis the SeasonChurch Celebrations for Advent & ChristmasRachel GilmoreThe 18 programs in this creative and practical church program book include interactive worship services, quiet vesper services, special celebrations, faith and fellowship events, compelling dramas, and intergenerational hands-on workshops. Judson Press. 9780817016975. $14.99Cokesbury Price $11.54

Come to ChristmasThe Customs of the Christmas & Advent SeasonFrom Advent wreaths to Chrismon Trees, from Mistletoe to Luminarias, from Hanging of the Greens to Epiphany, this resource provides families, worship committee members, Christian educators, and clergy with a treasury of information and worship ideas for the season. Abingdon Press.9780687088850. $5.99

Everlasting LightA Resource for Advent WorshipSandy Dixon

This collection offers worship resources for the three years of lectionary readings for Advent, including the Sunday after Christmas.

Included are litanies, candlelighting services, prayers, communion meditations, children’s sermon starters, benedictions, a hanging of the greens service, and a candlelighting service for use during the children’s sermon.

Chalice Press. . 9780827208162. $10.99; Cokesbury Price $7.47

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NEW Feasting on the Word Advent CompanionDavid L. Bartlett, Barbara Brown Taylor, and Kimberly Bracken Long, editors

This new volume in the Feasting on the Word series provides an all-in-one pastor’s companion for Advent, including worship materials as well as sermon preparation tools.

A complete order of service is provided for each of the four Sundays in Advent, plus Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Hymn suggestions, sermon illustrations, and children’s sermon suggestions make this an invaluable resource for the Advent season.

Westminster John Knox Press. Coming in October. 9780664259648. Hardcover. $25.00 Cokesbury Price $17.50

Creating Holy SpacesWorship Visuals for the Revised Common LectionaryDelia Halverson and Karen ApplebyWorship is enhanced when we’re experiencing more than simply the spoken, read, and sung word. This book contains suggestions for worship visuals tied to each Sunday of all three years of the Revised Common Lectionary. Abingdon Press. 9781426754791. $24.99Cokesbury Price $16.24

Abingdon Theological Companion to the LectionaryPreaching Year APaul Scott Wilson, editorFor each Sunday or occasion, a homiletician and a theologian have collaborated on commentary on the Scripture passages of the Revised Common Lectionary that will help preachers create substantive and life-changing sermons, engaging Christian belief and action in the present day. Abingdon Press. 9781426740350. $28.99 Cokesbury Price $18.84

Worship in a Flash for Advent & ChristmasEverything you need for a season of inviting and inspiring worship.Robert A. RatcliffAbingdon Press. 9781426754234. $29.99 Cokesbury Price $19.49

Worship in a Flash for Advent & Christmas (Download)9781426760815. $29.99 Cokesbury Price $19.49

Just in Time! Prayers for Advent and ChristmasAbingdon Press. 9781426748226. $12.99 Cokesbury Price $8.44

Just in Time! Advent Services9780687465811. $12.99 Cokesbury Price $8.44

Just in Time! Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany Services9781426706806. $12.99 Cokesbury Price $8.44

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Advent A to ZPrayerful and Playful Preparations for FamiliesJohn Indermark and Sharon Harding

Scripture and tradition � ll the season of Advent with an abundance of characters, themes, and symbols. Each casts a slightly different perspective on the meaning of Jesus’ birth and God’s promised realm, the two chief components for which this season bids our preparation.

Beginning December 1 and running through December 26, each day will explore an Advent-related word that begins with a successive letter in the alphabet. This is followed by suggestions for simple, easy-to-prepare, complete activities.

Abingdon Press.9781426760273. $11.99; Cokesbury Price $7.79

Add the vocabulary of Advent to each December day

Let’s Make a Jesse Tree!26 Full-Size PatternsDarcy JamesContains easy, step-by-step instructions for making a Jesse Tree Advent calendar, plus 25 Bible readings for family use. Children learn the Christmas story from the Bible as they add each new symbol to their Jesse Tree Advent calendar. Abingdon Press.9780687214396. $9.99Cokesbury Price $6.49

The Jesse TreeStories and Symbols of AdventRaymond AndersonStudy the lineage of Jesus’ family tree by decorating a Jesse Tree. Augsburg Fortress.9780806625249. $5.99Cokesbury Price $4.19

Also available:Jesse Tree DevotionsA Family Activity for AdventMarilyn BreckenridgeAugsburg Fortress.9780806621548. $6.99Cokesbury Price $5.73

What We Do in AdventAn Anglican Kids’ Activity BookAnne E. KitchThis fun-� lled activity book for kids ages 4 to 7 shows how to make an Advent wreath, help Mary and Joseph � nd their way to Bethlehem, and count the gifts the Magi bring to the Christ Child. Filled with mazes, crossword puzzles, connect-the-dots, and word searches. Morehouse Publishing. 9780819221957. $10.00Cokesbury Price $6.80

The Advent Jesse TreeDevotions for Children and Adultsto Prepare for the Coming of the Christ Child at ChristmasDean Lambert Smith25 family devotions for December are each paired with a symbolic ornament craft project. Give your children a devotional experience that adorns your tree with Christian icons. Abingdon Press. 9781426712104. Hardcover. $16.99Cokesbury Price $11.04

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Nighty Night, Baby Jesus & Nighty Night, NoahFlip-Over BookMolly Schaar IdleThis bedtime story presents the night Christ is born and the delight of the stable animals as they one-by-one discover his presence and welcome the baby Jesus. Finally, the animals must quiet down so the baby can get his rest. Abingdon Press. 9781426756382. $14.99 Cokesbury Price $9.74

Why Christmas Trees Aren’t Perfect25th Anniversary EditionRichard H. Schneider; illustrated by Elizabeth J. MilesA new tree named Small Pine hoped to maintain its perfect form to be selected by the Queen as her Christmas tree. But as the tree gave shelter to birds, rabbits, and deer in the forest, its branches were damaged. Fortunately, the Queen had a different idea of perfection. Abingdon Press. 9781426754869. Hardcover. $18.99 Cokesbury Price $12.34

Show and tell precious Christmas stories to the little eyes and ears in your family

Chrismons—They Point to JesusDiane L. GibsonThis book provides patterns, instructions, and background information for 20 different Chrismons, or “monograms of Christ.” It also includes a church program for presenting and explaining the meanings of these Christian symbols in a worship service. CSS Publishing.9780788008498. $8.95 Cokesbury Price $8.23

The Family Book of Advent25 Stories & Activities to Celebrate the Meaning of ChristmasCarol GarborgThis hands-on devotional draws families together to celebrate the coming of Christmas through Scripture, questions, stories, and simple activities. Summerside Press.9781609360139. $4.99

NEW Essential AdventHoly Moments and Sacred Experiences for Your Whole CongregationAimee J. JannsohnThese interesting, easy-to-prepare activities and worship resources invite everyone in your congregation—regardless of age or individual faith journey—to delve deeper into the season and gain new perspectives about different Advent observances around the world. Pilgrim Press. 9780829820102. $12.95; Cokesbury Price $9.07

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NEW Mary and SimeonA Temple EncounterColleen ScheidThis piece shows Mary and Simeon’s encounter in the temple. It paraphrases most of Luke 2:21-35, giving glimpses of what some of Mary’s thoughts might have been. 9781606741870. $3.95

NEW Gabriel’s NewsA Visit with MaryColleen ScheidIn this edition, an excited, athletic Gabriel surprises Mary with news that she’ll bear the Messiah. Her � rst response of fear turns to joy by the end. 9781606741894. $3.95

Other electronic downloads available in the Skiturgies series:9781606741504. Virtual and Virtuosity: A Christmas Story. $5.95 9781606741399. Sunday Morning with St. Nicholas and John the Baptist. $5.959781606741368. How the Magi Truly Became Wise. $5.959781606741382. The Christmas Story According to the Four Evangelists. $9.95

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The Christmas ShoppeAn Advent Experience for ChildrenDaphna Flegal and Marcia StonerThe Christmas Shoppe is a special place where you come to explore the Bible, makeg symbols of Advent as special gifts, and prepare for a presentation of the story of the birth of Christ. Includes four weeks of lesson plans plus a CD-ROM with music, a PowerPoint, reproducible patterns, and a Christmas presentation script. Abingdon Press.9781426742958. Book with CD-ROM. $34.99 Cokesbury Price $27.99

NEW Children’s Dramas for the Church YearReproducible Dramas for Advent and Christmas

This reproducible resource consists of very simple Christmas dramas that can be performed by kids of all ages—the younger children can participate in rhymes and recitations that require very little or no speaking, while older children will enjoy the speaking and narration parts. Short poems are also included for use in programs.

Most drama selections take no more than ten minutes to perform, and the number of children can vary as needed by the size of the church. Props and scenery are minimal, and selections can be performed with little rehearsal.

Abingdon Press.9781426778674. $9.99Cokesbury Price $6.49

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NEW Mary’s SongA Child’s Activity Book for ChristmasDaphna FlegalIllustrated by Joel Spector

Sing with Mary and help your child experience the wonder that surrounds the story of Jesus’ birth as you tell the story based on the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. Enjoy singing “piggyback” songs together to help your child better remember the Christmas story.

Includes a maze, word find, coloring page, and an Advent calendar with stickers.

Abingdon Press.9781426794261. $1.99

What Is Advent?Marcia StonerThis latest edition in the What Is? Series uses puzzles and activities to share the meaning of Advent with tweens ages 9-12. Learn about Advent celebrations, the Advent calendar, and the symbols of Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany. Abingdon Press. 9781426706776. $2.99

On the Way to Bethlehem (Revised)A Child’s Activity Book for ChristmasDaphna FlegalIllustrated by Margaret LindmarkSee the amazing story of Jesus’ birth based on the Gospels of Luke and Matthew. Includes a maze and an Advent calendar with stickers.9781426759246. $1.99

Happy Christmas Day!Daphna FlegalIllustrated by Dan SharpThis beautifully illustrated board book celebrates the wonder and glory of Christmas Day. As kids play with and read the story, they will encounter different parts of the Nativity, including Mary and Joseph, the animals, and the baby Jesus. Abingdon Press. 9781426751400. $2.99

Finding BethlehemA Child’s Activity Book for ChristmasDaphna FlegalIllustrated by Mike JaroszkoTell your child the story of Jesus’ birth while your child enjoys searching for the town of Bethlehem, Mary and Joseph, and the Shepherds. Includes two pages of activities, an Advent calendar with stickers. 9781426769061. $1.99

The Action Bible Christmas Story Sergio CarielloThe Action Bible Christmas Story is a powerful way to communicate the story of Jesus’ birth to children and adults of all ages. Adapted from The Action Bible, the 17 full-color pages in a graphic novel format make a perfect pamphlet for kids in your ministry, as an affordable outreach tool in your community, or for Christmas church services. David C. Cook. 9781434703019. Pkg. of 25. $24.75; Cokesbury Price $17.33

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NEW Visiting the Manger Free Standing Advent CalendarWith a slight twist on the traditional Advent calendar, this free standing version draws you in as you discover the Christmas story. Bible text on back of windows; glitter on calendar; 18" x 9". 871241009011. $5.95

NEW Juvenile Advent CalendarLead the wise men through the maze to the star. Crossword puzzle, word search, and maze on back. 121/2" x 8 5/8". 081983524462. $3.99

NEW Shining Stable Advent CalendarJoin with this adorable heavenly host and celebrate Advent with this oversized Advent calendar. 11" x 14". 871241007246. $4.95

NEW Peanuts Advent CalendarJoin the Peanuts gang every day of Advent to reveal a little more of the Christmas story. 8 5/8" x 121/2" Advent calendar features the beloved characters of Peanuts and Luke 2:11: “For unto you is born this day a Saviour, Christ the Lord.” 081983524486. $3.99

NEW Peaceful Prince Advent CalendarReveal the Christmas story throughout the days of Advent. Calendar features Scripture on the back of each window and glitter on the front. 81/4" x 113/4". 871241008373. $3.95

NEW Noche de Paz Advent Calendar(text in Spanish)Bible text on back of windows; glitter on front; 113/4" x 81/4". 871241008908. $3.95


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NEW Starlit Stable Advent Calendarwith StickersChildren will love placing stickers on this Advent calendar as they complete the Nativity scene. Stickers are numbered to match the spaces on the calendar—one for each day of Advent. 14" x 11". 871241007796. $5.95

The Three Wise MenOpen a window each day during Advent to reveal a Bible passage with seasonal pictures. 9½ " x 13½ ". 5013281010045. $7.00

NEW My Advent CalendarChristmas BookCount the days to Christmas! The 24 doors on the cover can be opened to reveal a surprise for every day of the countdown, while inside the story of the Nativity unfolds in a straightforward and elegant retelling. 9780745963921. $9.99Cokesbury Price $6.99

NEW 25-Piece Nativity Advent Calendar Set with Wooden StableMiniature wooden Nativity ornaments bear the likenesses of the 5" size Fontanini Heirloom Nativity � gures. Set contains one wooden stable scene and 24 miniature wooden Nativity ornaments. Small parts, not recommended for children under age three. Coming in September. 089945209044. 25-Piece Set. $55.00

NEW Joy to the World Metal Advent CalendarMagnetic star moves from date to date, ending at the top as the north star. 24" H x 16" W. Coming in September. 098111046925. $34.99


NEW 3D Manger Scene Advent CalendarBring a little fun to each day of Advent with this 3D manger scene Advent calendar. 23" x 8¼ ". 871241003712. $9.99

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The Manger11" x 11". 5013281009957. $6.00

Angels Advent CalendarSparkling angels illuminate the days leading to Christmas in this enchanting Advent calendar. 15" x 11".9780735840720. $7.95

The Holy Family9½ " x 13½ ".5013281010038. $7.00

My First Advent Calendar10¾ " x 14¾ " with envelope. 5013281009865. $12.00

Traditional Manger Scene9½ x 13½ " with envelope. 5013281008998. $7.00

Countdown to Christmas Advent CalendarDoors to open, pictures to color, and the Christmas story—all in one book! Little ones will love coloring in part of the Christmas story illustrations, creating their very own Advent calendar to display for all the family. Approx. 8½ " x 11". 9781859859568. $9.99Cokesbury Price $6.99

Open a window each day during Advent to reveal a Bible passage and picture.

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Merry Christmas PostcardHelp all the kids in your Sunday school know they are loved and valued this Advent season! Whimsical postcards are an easy, affordable way to send Christmas greetings or invite children and their families to special holiday events or services. Includes Luke 2:12 on the reverse side. 9781426755538. Pkg. of 25. $4.00


Seasonal and Communion Offering EnvelopesEncourage giving and protect privacy with these offering envelopes. Each carton holds 100 offering envelopes which are not numbered or dated, adding to their � exibility. Each resealable carton displays the envelope design for quick identi� cation and sorting. Envelopes are currency size—3" x 6¼ ". N9P

526197. Advent526236. Thanksgiving 526209. Christmas

BESTSELLER”Advent Offering”$15 Coin Folders Folders hold $15 in quarters. Folded: 4¼ " x 9 3⁄8". P14 760361. Pkg. of 50, $34.50; 100 of same design, $62.00

”Entryways” $10 Coin FoldersHolds $10 in quarters. Folded: 5½ " x 6¾ ". P14 528271. Pkg. of 50, $28.50

BESTSELLER”Advent Offering”$15 Coin Folders Folders hold $15 in quarters. Folded: 4¼ " x 9760361. Pkg. of 50,100 of same design,

Coin folders and offering boxes are a great way to involve your faith community during Advent

“My Advent Gift” Offering BoxSpace for name, address, and number on back of box. 37⁄8" x 2" x 1 5⁄8". P14346676. Pkg. of 50, $13.50; 100 of same design, $24.00

”Whose Star Is This?” $15 Coin FoldersHolds $15 in quarters. Folded: 4¼ " x 9 3⁄8". P14 528222. Pkg. of 50, $34.50

100 of the same design, $4.95 500 of the same design, $20.50 1000 of the same design, $38.35

“My Advent Gift”

Not shown: Mailing Envelope Fits both $15 coin folders shown on this page. 528862. Pkg. of 100, $6.50

Seasonal Supplies

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1Timothy 4:4-5, NIV730817350660

NEW As Long As the Earth Genesis 8:22Abingdon Press.9781426777301. Regular Size. Pkg. of 50. $4.99

NEW We Gather TogetherThe words of the beloved hymn along with warm, inviting images remind us of our many blessings and why we give thanks. Abingdon Press.9781426776793. Regular Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 50. $4.999781426777615. Large Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 50. $5.599781426777622. Letterhead. Pkg. of 50. $4.999781426777639. Offering Envelopes. Pkg. of 50. $4.99

NEW Happy ThanksgivingJohn 1:16, NLTWarner Press.730817350684. Regular Size. Pkg. of 100. $8.25 730817351322. Large Size. Pkg. of 100. $9.25730817351339. Letterhead. Pkg. of 100. $8.25730817351346. Offering Envelope. Pkg. of 100. $8.25730817351353. Bookmark. Pkg. of 25. $3.60

NEW Give ThanksHermitage Art.656248255698. Regular Size. Pkg. of 100. $8.95656248255650. Large Size. Pkg. of 100. $9.95656248255797. Letterhead. Pkg. of 100. $8.95656248255896. Offering Envelope. Pkg. of 100. $8.95

Psalm 107:8, NIV730817351292

1 Chronicles 16:34, KJV730817350677

Psalm 107:1, KJV 730817350691

NEW Thanksgiving BulletinsEach features Scripture and an inspiring image. Warner Press.Regular Size. Each pkg. of 100, $8.25

Thanksgiving Bulletins & Supplies

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Winter & Christmas Bulletins


TIP Regular-size bulletins are letter size (81/2" x 11") while large-size bulletins are legal size (81/2" x 14"). Both ship flat in shrinkwrapped packages.

NEW Winter/Church Isaiah 55:10-11Abingdon Press.9781426777288. Regular Size. Pkg. of 50. $4.99

NEW The Hanging of the Greens 2014Abingdon Press.9781426777646. Regular Size. Pkg. of 50. $4.99

NEW Hanging of the GreensIsaiah 60:13, KJVWarner Press. 730817350837. Regular Size. Pkg. of 100. $8.25

NEW They Will All Come/Epiphany 2014Isaiah 60:6Abingdon Press.9781426777318. Regular Size. Pkg. of 50. $4.99

NEW Christmas/O Holy NightLuke 1:35 ESVWarner Press.730817350851. Regular Size. Pkg. of 100. $8.25

NEW Christmas/Gift Of JesusGalatians 4:4 KJVWarner Press.730817350820. Regular Size. Pkg. of 100. $8.25

Christmas/For Unto YouLuke 2:11, KJVWarner Press. 730817350813. Regular Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 100. $8.25730817351315. Large Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 100. $9.25

NEW Candlelighting/Christmas 2014John 1:4Abingdon Press. 9781426777660. Regular Size. Pkg. of 50. $4.99

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Advent Bulletins


TIP Regular-size bulletins are letter size (81/2" x 11") while large-size bulletins are legal size (81/2" x 14"). Both ship flat in shrinkwrapped packages.

Advent Sunday 1: Hope9781426777486. Regular9781426777479. Large

Advent Sunday 2: The Way9781426777462. Regular9781426777455. Large

Advent Sunday 3: Joy9781426777431. Regular 9781426777424. Large

Advent Sunday 4: Peace9781426777417. Regular9781426777400. Large

NEW Advent Bulletins & LetterheadRegular Size Bulletins & Letterhead. Pkg. of 100. $8.25Large Size Bulletins. Pkg. of 100. $9.25

Advent Week 4: LoveJohn 3:16, KJV730817350738. Regular730817350783. Large

Advent Week 5: ChristMatthew 1:23, KJV730817350745. Regular730817350790. Large

Hope, Peace, Joy, Love, Christ LetterheadMatthew 1:23, KJV730817351308. Regular

NEW Advent BulletinsThe images of the progressive lighting of the Advent candles symbolizes the expectation and hope surrounding Jesus’ birth. Abingdon Press. Regular Size. Pkg. of 50. $4.99Large Size. Pkg. of 50. $5.59

Advent Week 1: HopeIsaiah 40:5, KJV730817350707. Regular730817350752. Large

Advent Week 2: PeaceIsaiah 9:6, KJV730817350714. Regular730817350769. Large

Advent Week 3: JoyLuke 2:10-11. KJV730817350721. Regular 730817350776. Large

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Christmas Bulletins & Suppllies


NEW Christmas Nativity/Christ the Lord Luke 2:11, CEBThe illustration of Madonna and Child make this bulletin perfect for either Christmas Eve or Christmas morning. Abingdon Press. 9781426777585. Regular Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 50, $4.999781426777578. Large Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 50, $5.599781426777561. Letterhead. Pkg. of 50, $4.999781426777554. Offering Envelope. Pkg. of 50, $4.99

NEW Christmas Poinsettia/Glory to GodLuke 2:14, CEBBrilliant colored poinsettia blooms set a celebratory mood for your Christmas service. Abingdon Press. 9781426777547. Regular Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 50, $4.999781426777523. Large Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 50, $5.599781426777707. Letterhead. Pkg. of 50, $4.999781426777714. Offering Envelope. Pkg. of 50, $4.99

NEW Christmas Nativity/A Son is Given Isaiah 9:6, CEBFeatures a detailed portion of “Adoration of the Shepherds” by Jusepe de Ribera. Abingdon Press. 9781426777721. Regular Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 50, $4.999781426777738. Large Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 50, $5.599781426777608. Letterhead. Pkg. of 50, $4.999781426777592. Offering Envelope. Pkg. of 50, $4.99

NEW Christmas MusicHighlights a lyric from the beloved hymn, Joy ToThe World. Abingdon Press. 9781426777684. Regular Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 50, $4.999781426777691. Large Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 50, $5.599781426777707. Letterhead. Pkg. of 50, $4.999781426777714. Offering Envelope. Pkg. of 50, $4.99

Window Envelope Show off your seasonal letterhead designs through the clear window! 9780687094455. Pkg. of 50, $5.59

Additional quantity pricing available. Call for details.

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NEW Christmas/Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus Features brilliant blues and a shining star overhead.656248282007. Regular Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 100, $8.95656248282052. Large Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 100, $9.95656248282229. Letterhead. Pkg. of 100, $8.95656248282441. Offering Envelope. Pkg. of 100, $8.95

NEW Christmas/Christ the Savior Is BornAn elegant Nativity scene. 656248283004. Regular Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 100, $8.95656248283059. Large Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 100, $9.95656248283295. Letterhead. Pkg. of 100, $8.95656248283448. Offering Envelope. Pkg. of 100, $8.95

NEWChristmas/The Christ Child Luke 4:18, KJV 730817350844. Regular Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 100, $8.25730817351407. Large Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 100, $9.25730817351414. Letterhead. Pkg. of 100, $8.25730817351421. Offering Envelope. Pkg. of 100, $8.25730817351438. Bookmark. Pkg. of 25, $3.60

NEW Christmas/Emmanuel Has Come Luke 2:10, KJV730817350806. Regular Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 100, $8.25730817351360. Large Size Bulletin. Pkg. of 100, $9.25730817351377. Letterhead. Pkg. of 100, $8.25730817351384. Offering Envelope. Pkg. of 100, $8.25730817351391. Bookmark. Pkg. of 25, $3.60

Bulletins & Seasonal Supplies

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Advent Stole.Measurements: 5" W x 100"L.SP217615. $129.00

Table Runner.Measurements: 18" W x 96"L.SP217614. $69.00

3-Piece Altar Set. Includes the Altar Frontal, Pulpit Scarf, and the Bible Marker. SP217610. $233.00

Also sold individually: Altar Frontal.Measurements: 48" D x 46" W (includes an 18" front drop).SP217611. $149.00

Pulpit Scarf.Measurements: 18" W x 44" D. SP217612. $55.00

Bible Marker.Measurements: 5" W x 36" D.SP217613. $29.00

NEW Long Expected Jesus ParamentsThese striking economy line paraments with gold accents are printed on 100% unlined poplin polyester with a matte � nish. Please specify blue or purple when ordering.

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Paraments & Stoles

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Christmas Stole.Measurements: 5" W x 100" L.820830044841. $129.00

Table Runner.Measurements: 18" W x 96" L.820830044858. $69.00

3-Piece Altar Set. Includes the Altar Frontal, Pulpit Runner, and the Bible Marker. 820830044810. $233.00

Also sold individually: Altar Frontal.Measures 48" D x 46" W (includes an 18" front drop).820830044827. $149.00

Pulpit Runner.Measures 18" W x 44" D. 820830044834. $55.00

Bible Marker.Measurements: 5" W x 36" D.820830044865. $29.00

NEW Mother and Child Economy Christmas ParamentsThe beautiful graphics on a winter white background of these economy line paraments are are printed on 100% unlined poplin polyester with a matte � nish. Care instructions: hand wash in cold water, hang to dry. Warm iron on reverse. Do not dry clean.

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Reversible Advent/Christmas ParamentsAdvent sides are blue and feature an image of the Advent wreath; Christmas sides are white and and feature a star above the manger. 100% polyester. Measurements:Pulpit Scarf —18" x 36"Communion Table Runner—20" x 80"Stole— 90" L x 41/2" W, narrowing to 11/2” at the

contoured neck 2-Piece Set.Includes one bookmark and one pulpit scarf. 520763. $279.953-Piece Set.Includes one bookmark; one pulpit scarf; one Communion table runner. 520774. $399.954-Piece Set.Includes one bookmark; one pulpit scarf; one Communion table runner, and one stole. 520786. $550.00 Stole.522328. $145.00; Cokesbury Price $123.25

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NEW A Savior is Born Christmas ParamentsThese paraments are printed on 100% polyester poplin material. Care tips: Hand wash in cold water, warm iron on reverse.

3' x 5' Banner. It measures 3' x 5' and has 3-inch pole hem in the top with T-pole cut out. 820830044872. $179.00

4' x 6' Banner. It measures 4' x 6' and has 3-inch pole hem in the top with T-pole cut out. 820830044889. $229.00

Table Runner.Measurements: 18" W x 96" L.820830044896. $69.00

For coordinating bulletin, stationery, and offering envelopes, see page 36.

Banner Table Runner

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A unique and eye-catching hanging Advent wreath

NEW Hanging Advent WreathThis hanging Advent wreath is made of solid brass with a two-tone finish. It includes 4 feet of link chain. Measures 36" H x 25" W. 11/2” sockets. Candles not included.542907. $1,295.00

NEW Wrought Iron and Brass Advent WreathsThese wreaths feature wrought iron bases with brass sockets for Advent candles or brass spikes for pillar candles, plus a center spike for a Christ candle. Candle sockets fit 11/2" Advent candles. Candles not included.

Wreath with Sockets. Measures 3" H, 18" diameter, and with a 51/2" base.542909. $310.00

Wreath with Spikes. Measures 3" H, 20" diameter, and with a 10" base. 542910. $295.00

Advent Wreaths

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Traditional Advent Wreath

This eye-catching traditional Advent wreath features level adjusters on the bottom of the base and is black powder-coated for strength. The large 34" ring gives a bold presentation. Candle sockets � t 1½ " Advent candles. Candles and greenery not included.530077. $1,457.00

Advent Wreath with Walnut BaseSolid brass, urethan-coated for worry-free use. Wide surface for greenery (not included). 48" tall; 23" diameter wreath. 12" walnut base. 659830500176. $1,458.60

NEW Floor Model Wrought Iron Advent WreathThis beautifully crafted black wrought iron Advent wreath features brass accents. Measures 48" high, 24" diameter, with a 14" base. Candle sockets � t 1½ "Advent candles. Candles not included.542911. $985.00

Advent Wreaths & Banners

level adjusters on the bottom of the base and is black powder-coated for strength. The large 34" ring gives a bold presentation. Candle sockets � t 1½ " Advent candles. Candles and greenery not included.

NEWFloor Model Wrought Iron Advent WreathThis beautifully crafted black wrought iron Advent wreath features brass accents. Measures 48" high, 24" diameter, with a 14" base. Candle sockets � t 1½ "Advent candles. Candles not included.542911. $985.00

Advent Wreath with Walnut BaseSolid brass, urethan-coated for worry-free use. Wide surface for greenery (not included). 48" tall; 23" diameter wreath. 12" walnut base. 659830500176. $1,458.60

Set of 4 Advent Wreath BannersPeace, Love, Hope and Joy—the traditional meanings of the Advent candles. Each banner secures on the wreath with a Velcro strip. 36" L x 6½ " W. Set of 4 blue or purple banners with white or gold thread.

With Gold Thread. Set of 4. Each, $517.65 659830200243 Purple Banners.659830200236 Blue Banners. (Not shown)

With White Thread. Set of 4. Each, $287.50 659830200212 Blue Banners. 659830200229 Purple Banners. (Not shown)

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Advent Wreaths & Banners

NEW Brass Advent Wreath/Paschal Candlestick CombinationThis versatile combination Advent wreath and Paschal candle holder will bring beauty to any celebration. Measures 48" high with a 12" base and a 21" ring. Candle sockets � t 1½ " Advent candles. Candles not included.542904. $1,395.00

Brass Advent Wreath/Paschal Candlestick CombinationThis versatile combination Advent wreath and Paschal candle holder will bring beauty to any celebration. Measures 48" high with a 12" base and a 21" ring. Candle sockets � t 1½ " Advent candles. Candles not included.

Brass Advent Wreath Top Section Only.Advent wreath top features a 21" wide ring and � ts a 1 15⁄16" Paschal candle socket. The socket is made from high performance resin. Candle sockets � t 1½ " Advent candles. Candles not included.542906. $795.00

NEW Traditional Advent WreathThis traditional, rigid Advent wreath features a non-removable ring with a two-tone � nish. Measures 48" high with a 12" base and a 21"ring. Candle sockets � t 1½ " Advent candles. Candles not included.542908. $1,295.00

NEWTraditional Advent WreathThis traditional, rigid Advent wreath features a non-removable ring with a two-tone � nish. Measures 48" high with a 12" base and a 21"ring. Candle sockets � t 1½ Candles not included.542908. $1,295.00

Slant-Top Advent WreathSolid brass, hammered � nish. PLexiglass suspension provides surface for greenery. Suspends at a 45°angle. 54” tall. 22” diameter ring. Square base. 659830600494. $1,973.15

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Advent Wreath & Candle Sets

Advent Candela Set with Christ Candle

Enhance your devotion for Advent and heighten the anticipation of this holy season with these candles. Candelas each come with a liquid oil canister that burns for 60 hours. Brass followers are also included. Set features three purple and one pink 12" x 2 5⁄8" Advent candles, and one 3¼ " Christ candle featuring the Chi-Rho symbol in blue. Excellent alternative to regular wax candles.

072094302308. Set, $579.00

Everlasting Light Advent Wreath with Candles

A time-honored tradition, lighting of Advent candles, reminds us of Christ’s message of Hope, Love, Joy, and Peace. The Everlasting Light Advent Wreath is perfect for church or home use. This goldtone wreath includes � ve 10" candles: three purple, one pink, one white.

072094043300. Set, $49.00

Advent Wreaths With Evergreen Trim and CandlesEach of these simple, yet attractive brasstone Advent wreaths include decorative evergreen trim, an instruction lea� et, and candles.

11” Wreaths with 4 Candles. Includes four standard 10” x 7⁄8” tapered candles.072094043409. 1 Rose/3 Purple. $35.50072094434191. 4 Purple. $35.25072094434047. 4 Blue. $35.25

14" Polished Brass Wreath with CandlesPerfect for smaller or more intimate worship settings or home use. Made of polished brass, the wreath has a 14" ring with 1½ " candle sockets that hold four 12" x 1½ " candles. The set includes 3 purple and 1 pink candles. Greenery not included. 072094042600. Set, $63.00

Advent Wreaths With CandlesThese handsome, tabletop, brass-� nish wreaths can be used with or without evergreen trim. Wreaths have extra-deep, decorative holders. All wreaths include candles.

7" Wreath with 4 Candles. Includes four standard 10" x 7⁄8" tapered candles.072094043805. 1 Pink/3 Purple. $20.75072094438199. 4 Purple. $20.75

6" Miniature Wreath with 8 Candles. Holds four 10" x 7⁄16" tapered candles; includes an extra set of four (8 total)072094042907. 2 Pink/6 Purple. $22.50

Refill Candles for 6" Miniature Wreath. Includes eight 10" x 7⁄16" tapered candles: 2 pink and 6 purple.072094114901. $7.75

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Advent Refill Candle Sets

3 Blue/1 Rose Advent Candles12” x 1½ ” Wax Candles. 072094115601. Set of 4, $30.5012” x 1½ ” Beeswax Candles. 072094158561. Set of 4, $48.5017” x 1½ ” Beeswax Candles. 072094154563. Set of 4, $85.25

3 Purple/1 Rose Advent Candles10" x 7⁄8" Wax Taper Candles. 072094011507. Set of 4, $9.25 12" x 7⁄8" Wax Taper Candles. 072094115106. Set of 4, $9.2515" x 7⁄8" Wax Taper Candles. 072094115205. Set of 4, $10.0012" x 1½ " Wax Candles. 072094115304. Set of 4, $30.5012" x 1½ " Beeswax Candles. 072094115809. Set of 4, $51.2517" x 1½ " Beeswax Candles. 072094115403. Set of 4, $85.509” x 3” Wax Pillar Candles. 072094116608. Set of 4, $59.00

4 Purple Advent Candles10” x 7⁄8” Wax Taper Candles. 072094115199. Set of 4, $9.2512” x 7⁄8” Wax Taper Candles. 072094151197. Set of 4, $9.2512” x 1½ ” Wax Candles. 072094153191. Set of 4, $30.5012” x 1½ ” Beeswax Candles. 072094158196. Set of 4, $51.2517” x 1½ ” Beeswax Candles. 072094154198. Set of 4, $85.259” x 3” Wax Pillar Candles. 072094166191. Set of 4, $59.00

12 Purple Advent Candles 12” x 7⁄8” Wax Taper Candles. 072094052197. Set of 12, $17.0015” x 7⁄8” Wax Taper Candles. 072094053194. Set of 12, $18.25

Also available (not shown):3 Purple/1 Rose/1 White Advent Candles10" x 7⁄8" Wax Candles. Advent wreath not included.072094110507. Set of 5, $9.35White Advent Candles10” x 7⁄8” Wax Candles. 072094115236. Set of 4, $9.2515” x 7⁄8” Wax Taper Candles. 072094053231. Set of 12, $18.25

Blue Advent Candles10” x 7⁄8” Wax Taper Candles. 072094115045. Set of 4, $9.2512” x 1½ ” Wax Candles. 072094153047. Set of 4, $30.509” x 3” Wax Pillar Candles. 072094166047. Set of 4, $59.0012” x 1½ ” Beeswax Candles. 072094158042. Set of 4, $51.2517” x 1½ ” Beeswax Candles. 072094154044. Set of 4, $85.25

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CHRIST CANDLES


Wax Christ CandlesThe Christ Candle represents the radiant light of Christ’s love in our life, illuminating the message of Christmas.

Light of the World CandleThis Light of the World Christ candle features a decal sticker of the Chi-Rho symbol, and measures 11" x 3".072094044406. $48.75

Holy Trinity Christ CandleThis Holy Trinity Christ candle features a raised wax symbol and the words “Jesus Christ” in Greek. Measures 14" x 3". 265307. $40.50

Advent Nativity Christ the King CandleThis Christ the King Christ candle features a red/blue Nativity design. Measures 11" x 3". 072094080107. $35.50

Plain Pillar Christ Candle072094044505. 11" x 3". $22.75072094044109. 8" x 3". $19.50

Chi-Rho CandleThis Chi-Rho Christ candle features five liturgical colors on white wax. Measures 11" x 3".072094083108. $31.05

Radiance Christ CandleThis Christ Pillar Candle features a richly printed cross with Alpha and Omega characters. Measures 12" x 3". 523109. $26.50

Christ CandleholderThis beautiful solid brass Christ Candle Holder is polished to a satin finish. The large spiked holder accommodates up to a 15"candle. Size is 2" H x 43/4". 659830602788. $68.15

Christ Tube CandleThis white, straight-sided Christ candle is the perfect center focus of any Advent wreath. Measures 14" H x 3". Holds 7/8" diameter candles.659830600784. $238.30

Christ Candles

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Candlelight Service Sets

These sets include all the candles and accessories for a candlelight service that the entire congregation can participate in—sharing their warm, festive, ceremonial glow.

The candles are pure white stearic. All sets include one pastor’s candle (15"x 11/8") and six usher’s candles (91/2" x 3/4") plus congregational candles (41/2" x 17/32") in quantity options of 125, 250, or 425. Also included are drip protectors and leaflets explaining the ceremonies.

Complete Set with 125 Congregational Candles 072094194101. Set. $56.50



F. The Franklyn CandleholderMade of flame retardant material, these reusable candleholders provide protection to the hand from dripping wax, and can be used with congregational candles or tapers.301235. Pkg. of 125, $90.75

E. Candlelight Service Kit with Reusable HoldersThis kit includes 50 congregational candles and 50 drip protectors.072094194606. Kit. $78.25

Reusable Plastic Drip Protector Holders Only072094178705. Pkg. of 25, $30.50

A. Pastor Candles072094553328. Carton of 12, $48.50

B. Usher Candles072094561026. Carton of 12, $17.75

C. Congregational CandlesDrip protectors sold separately.072094194705. Box of 125, $36.50072094194903. Box of 250, $53.50

D. Extra Drip Protectors. Sturdy white cardboard discs slip over the bottom of candles and protect hands.072094178606. Pkg of 125, $7.75 $7.75Small Candlelight Service Kit. 50 congregational candles and 50 drip protectors.072094194507. Kit. $23.75

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Worcester Evergreen Wreaths and CenterpiecesMany churches hold a Hanging of the Greens service for the � rst Sunday in Advent, in which greenery is hung that is associated with everlasting life, including Holly, which symbolizes Jesus’ death, and Ivy, which represents the Resurrection.

Bring the beauty and fragrance of the season to your church with handcrafted balsam wreaths and centerpieces. Worcester Wreath Company maintains a 4,000-acre forest of the very best balsam � r, which features a lush, dark green color, thick texture, and exceptional needle health and strength. For the past 16 years, over 100,000 free Worcester Wreaths have been provided to the Arlington National Cemetery to honor fallen veterans. Visit wreathsacrossamerica.org for more information.

Handmade in Maine from sustainably harvested balsam, these wreaths and centerpieces are shipped 24 hours from design to your door. Begins shipping mid-November.

A. Christmas Grace Advent Five-Candle CenterpieceThis elegant centerpiece is decorated with ice branches, paper � owers, two white doves, and a cream & gold bow. Candles are included. Approx. 27"L x 13"W. 301426. $49.99; Sale $39.99

B. Angel Song Balsam Wreath

301442. 22". $27.99; Sale $22.39301359. 30". $34.99; Sale $27.99301371. 36". $37.99; Sale $30.39

C. Balsam Wreath with Cross

301037. 24". $36.99; Sale $29.59301049. 30". $46.99; Sale $37.59301203. 36". $49.99; Sale $39.99

*Sale prices end November 30, 2014.

Also available: Hanging of the Greens BulletinsFor the � rst Sunday in Advent. Abingdon Press.

9781426772597. Regular Bulletin. 50 for $4.999781426772603. Large Bulletin. 50 for $5.59

Additional quantity pricing available. Call for details.

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Expectant. Dangerous. Jealous. Faithful. These are the themes used in the Old Testament to describe the layers of God’s character, but then Jesus—God under wraps—took on human � esh and came to live among us to reveal to us what God is really like.

Under Wraps will help children—and adults, too—see what they can � nd when they open the true gift of Christmas.

ALSO AVAILABLE FOR YOUTH & ADULTS

See pages 2 & 3 for more infomation

Share an unexpected gift with children—and the whole congregation!

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