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A GUIDE TO CHRISTMAS FEASTINGThe 12 days of christmasThe good news of Christmas is so rich and wonderful that it spills over and calls us to eat, drink, celebrate, dance and sing for an entire twelve days. This guide is for anyone seeking to explore and deepen the playful and formative practice of Christmas feasting. Our hope is that these ideas, meditations, recipes, and reflections will give you simple and tangible ways to respond to God’s amazing gift of love in Jesus. Let the feasting begin!
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GODBIRTHThe things we put out during the holidays fill our homes with light, joy, remembrance and festivity. When the time is right, they are carefully wrapped and lovingly put away until the next year. My hope is that you'll read this book of 34 poems during the twelve days of Christmas. As you read, I hope they stir in you the rich joy and sweet hope that can be found during this special season.
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THE JESUS QUESTIONSIn every situation, Jesus had a specific and thoughtful question to ask every potential disciple. Questions such as: Why are you so afraid? (Mark 4:40) Who do you say I am? (Mark 8:29) What do you want? (John 1:38) Will you really lay down your life for me? (John 13:38). Each person draws one question to reflect on for a week. Then, gather with others and share your thoughts, ideas, prayers, and questions. Reflection questions are provided for each question to help deepen engagement.
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HAIKU BIBLE STUDY / 2022 - 2023Haiku Bible Study is practice that explores the lectionary. The idea is simple: Start by summarizing each of the four scripture passages for a given Sunday. Then write a haiku (short little poem) based on the common theme. Haiku Bible Study can be a personal practice or gather together with others in a group and share your creative insights. Sept 2022 - Aug 2023. See my Haiku attempts on my INSTAGRAM
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Sam Gutierrez | Print and Poem