The Liturgical CalendarThe liturgical calendar is a way of telling a story that centers on the saving work of God in and through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. The year is divided into seasons that have specific themes and practices that help us live into the story of Jesus. The resources that print and poem provides highlights the liturgical seasons of: 1 Advent 2 Christmas 3 Epiphany 4 Lent 5 Easter 6 Ordinary Time |
The Jesse TreeThe Jesse Tree provides us with a tangible way to count down and look toward Jesus’ coming through the stories of the Old Testament. Written by Matt Timms and illustrated by Sam Gutierrez, the Jesse Tree is a great way to enter this beautiful and special season. Buy the book and find a link to download the symbols to cut out and hang on your tree! |
A Guide to Christmas FeastingFor almost 1500 years, Christians have been celebrating and feasting during the 12 days of Christmas (also known as Christmastide). In 567, the Council of Tours proclaimed the twelve days from Christmas Day to Epiphany (Jan 6) to be a sacred and festive season. And so it began! |
GodbirthGodbirth is a collection that began as a series of Christmas presents to friends and family. A total of thirty-four poems written over a period of three years collected into a book of poetry to read on a quiet evening by the fire during the holiday season. |
BrightA collection of poems for the season of Epiphany. |
The Reason Love ReachesA collection of 40 poems for the season of Lent. One for each day to shed light on your path as you journey home. |
The Jesus QuestionsBelieve it or not, Jesus asked over 300 questions in the gospels. For this study, each person draws one question to reflect on and pray about for a week. Gather together and share thoughts, ideas, prayers, and questions. Reflection questions are provided for each question to help deepen the engagement. |
Haiku Bible StudyHaiku Bible Study is a "practice" and a small group experience 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 based on the common theme. Gather together with others and share your creative insights. (September 2021 - August 2022) |