These reflections on Advent will move you gently to a more rewarding and fulfilling understanding of the season of Advent. This author describes--in real life terms--how we might approach Advent and what we can bring to make the season a rewarding and understanding journey for ourselves and for others.

G.K. Chesterton is sometimes referred to as the most unjustly neglected writer of our time. In this edition of Advent and Christmas Wisdom, each day's reflection includes a selection from one of Chesterton's finest works, a suitable bible verse, an appropriate prayer, and an action-oriented exercise.

These reflections help readers acquire a more intimate understanding of and love for Jesus since it is hard to love someone whom you do not understand. To know Jesus we must examine names given to him prophetically in the Hebrew Scriptures as well as those Jesus ascribed to himself in the gospels.

Children in grades 3, 4, & 5 will love the games, puzzles, mazes, and activities designed to help them focus on the themes and traditions of the Advent season. Packed with colorful illustrations, and includes an Advent calendar.

The four weeks of Advent reflections - Monday thru Friday - consist of five contemplations on waiting, five on light, five on sharing and five about presents.

Topics include: Advent is a time of hope; Advent provides an opportunity to change; In Advent we prepare to enjoy the miracle of the Incarnation; and Mary as model of hope.