Few times are more sacred for a Christian family or household than Christmas. Advent and Christmas are a time of sharing, a time of storytelling, a time to clear your mind and cleanse your soul through deepened spirituality. The weeks of Advent remind us to set aside some of the hectic business of the holiday season, and to quietly reflect on the promise of the baby born in Bethlehem 2,000 years ago.
These selections from the immortal pen of Bishop Fulton J. Sheen stir our hearts and imaginations as we embark on our Advent journey toward a better understanding of Jesus' love. Covering the traditional themes of Advent -- waiting for the Annunciation, following the star, Bethlehem, Herod, the manger -- these 45 passages and accompanying mini-prayers offer readers practical spirituality for the hustle and bustle of the holidays.