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There’s a lot more stirring in this house than a mouse…
Everyone knows Santa arrives on the rooftop with the clatter of eight tiny reindeer. But did you realize that 2023 is the 200th publication anniversary of Clement Clarke Moore’s famous American poem about Santa coming down the chimney? And now, creative director Sally Veillette has packaged the ultimate version of this beloved rhyme to share with the world.
Consider getting our award-winning...
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Santa's pre-Christmas jitters start just before Thanksgiving, and Mrs. Claus knows just what he needs to boost his holiday spirit-a trip to fabulous NYC for a little R&R (and a little shopping for her). They're checking out chic stores when what should happen but the Macy's parade official spots this Santa on the street and convinces him to "substitute" for the "substitute" Santa in the parade.
Santa laughed to himself-how surprised they would be...
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A collection of inspirational thoughts combined with a sophisticated design to celebrate the holiest of nights. This beautiful gift book will make its way into your heart and your Christmas decor year after year. Well-loved verses from Luke intermingled with quotes from influential Christians, both past and present. Share thoughts such as "The Son of God became a man to enable men to become the sons of God" from C. S. Lewis or these lines from Christina...
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"Christmas Tales" presents a captivating compilation of enchanting narratives penned by the young and talented author, Vinayak Singh Oberoi. At just 17 years old, Vinayak's stories brim with imagination and warmth, offering readers a delightful glimpse into the magic of the holiday season through ten delightful tales.Within the pages of this book, Vinayak takes readers on a whimsical journey through snow-covered landscapes and twinkling lights, inviting...
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Prepare your heart to welcome the Prince of Peace.
This Companion follows a practical daily format and features original meditations on each day's Gospel by one of twenty gifted authors.
- A variety of beautiful and practical blessings
- An Advent Penance Service
- Specially commissioned poetry
- Advent Stations
- The O Antiphons
Advent is that sacred season of anticipation and expectation in which we come to terms with the deepest yearning...
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This book is written to bring to our minds the thoughts of Advent so that we may think and pray with Mary, who brought Christ to us. Advent, like Lent, is a time of preparation in thought and deed for a great event. Certainly, if a king or a cardinal were to come to our home as a guest, we would prepare for his advent. Should we not prepare, then, for the great King of the universe during these days? Instead of coming to our homes, however, His Advent,...
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Get the Summary of Kasey Stockton's Cabin Crush in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. In "Cabin Crush" by Kasey Stockton, Rachael Harvey's post-play holiday plans are set for her family's cabin in Tahoe, where she'll encounter her secret crush, Max Dawson. After her final performance, Max surprises her with a bouquet and sweets, while her co-star Tristan asks her out. Rachael's family teases her about the date as they...
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El objetivo de este libro es dar a conocer una serie de misterios, enigmas, peculiaridades y hasta rituales que giran alrededor de esta maravillosa, mágica y, ante todo, familiar fiesta que conocemos como Navidad, a través de un pequeño "collage" de temas y factores poco conocidos, por no decir ocultos, sobre estas fechas. Tanto desde un punto de vista heterodoxo, histórico y también mágico (tan de moda en el ámbito casero desde hace algunos...
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25 Advent Readings by Pastor and Author John Piper
Come, let us adore him. This beloved Advent refrain captures the heart of the season. Advent is for adoring Jesus. It is a season of preparation to ready our hearts for the glory of Christmas Day as we celebrate the coming of the eternal God in our frail humanity. These twenty-five short devotional readings from John Piper aim to help you keep Christ at the center of the Advent season.
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Saint Joseph stands close to Jesus and Mary at the heart of the gospel story. Yet he remains largely in the background, silent and steady. Not surprisingly, Christians throughout the ages have pondered deeply this mystery that is Joseph.
Many have speculated about the unknown details of his life, and several mystics were granted visions that portrayed the hidden days-both the ordinary and the extraordinary-of Our Lord's appointed guardian vividly...
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This one-of-a-kind Christmas booklet will take readers on a voyage as they explore God's promises for Christmas-from Genesis throughout eternity-that the Savior, Jesus, would come and that He will be with us forever. More than a simple retelling of the Christmas story, this Advent devotional reveals the broad and miraculous scope of Christ's birth in a manger. This gift foretold from the beginning of time offers salvation and life in Him for those...
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A perfect Advent celebration guide for families! Celebrating the season of Advent keeps us focused on the most important reasons we celebrate Christmas. A Family Advent presents guided heartfelt and thought-provoking devotionals with fun facts, journeys back in time, activities, and much more. This book is a perfect way to get the whole family together for a few minutes every day to discover fun yet meaningful ways for keeping Jesus the center of...
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A 30-Day Anthology of Classic Christmas Writings
For centuries, Christians have treasured the same classic hymns and passages at Christmas. While these works have stood the test of time, believers can be tempted to adopt them as commonplace and fail to consider their deeper meaning.
Journey to Bethlehem presents an insightful selection of Christmas classics from the greatest English and American poets to important historical church figures such...
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This book is different. It's a new version of a Christmas Carol. Marley is alive and kicking his fellow man along with Scrooge. The old miser is meaner than ever, but so are the ghosts. And what happens when Tiny Tim tells Scrooge that he loves him? Fannie is in heaven and has a request that makes everyone shake their heads.
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From world-renowned artist Greg Olsen comes a unique poem sharing the true reason for the sacred holiday season of Christmas.
In this beautifully illustrated Christmas giftbook, readers will join Santa Claus as he enters a family room on Christmas Eve and discovers an ornate Nativity scene representing the birth of Jesus. With deep appreciation, Santa picks up the porcelain manger holding the Christ child and then reflects upon the many reasons...
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This Advent Season, let the great and prolific Doctor of the Church, St. Alphonsus Liguori, guide you on a daily prayerful pilgrimage from the start of Advent through the birth of our Lord to the Epiphany. Drawing on Sacred Scripture and his profound saintly counsel, St. Alphonsus takes you into the details of Christ's birth for prayerful reflection that will have your imagination placing you at the feet of our infant Lord. With meditations on the...
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Most of us parents want our young children to believe in Santa Claus and we try hard to keep the 'truth' away from them for as long as we can to preserve the 'magic' of Christmas. But why would we think that such an untruth could be good for our children? On the face of it, getting presents on Christmas morning, whether deserved or not, whilst serving well that label of 'magic', doesn't seem very useful in aiding a child's understanding of the real...
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"For the greatest, most profound, tenderest things in the world, we must wait."
Never are moments of quiet reflection more important than during the rush of the Christmas season. These beautiful meditations from the works of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, one of the most beloved theologians of the twentieth century, are perfect as brief devotions for those who already love Bonhoeffer's...
19) Simply Advent
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Advent is a special season for many Christians around the world and marks a time of anticipation leading up to the celebration of our Savior's birth. Traditions and variations abound when it comes to celebrating this momentous occasion. This little booklet is not meant to be an exhaustive treatise on the subject. Rather, it is a very simple introduction meant to encourage participants to incorporate Advent into their other seasonal celebrations. Use...
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Christmas, a beloved holiday celebrated worldwide, has a rich and fascinating history that traces back through centuries and across diverse cultures. This exploration delves into the origin of Christmas, unraveling the intertwining threads of religious significance, ancient festivities, and the evolution of customs that have shaped this festive season. This book respect any believes as the best thing in life is Believing, and no matter what historical...
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