The season of Advent is the perfect time to read some great books about the season and about preparing for Jesus' coming, both as a baby and his coming again, as well as learning more about the Incarnation itself. In this section, find all our books relating to the Advent and Christmas seasons, including reflections from Bishop Fulton Sheen, Saint Padre Pio, GK Chesterton, Pope John Paul II, and Saint Francis of Assisi, as well as books with suggestions of traditions and activities for families to do together throughout the season, and other books relating to Christmas and Advent.

Bible stories are appealing to young readers, but no one story has captured the attention of children so much as the story of Jesus' birth. In Jesus Is Born , easy-to-understand text accompanies beautiful, full-color illustrations for children interested in this special Bible story. Many story details can be learned through the illustrations alone. Children ages 5-12 will both learn from and …

What is the significance of Jesus' genealogy in the Gospel of Matthew? Why do we put an ox and ass at our créches? Why did angels appear to the shepherds? In No Trace of Christmas? Christoph Dohmen explains why the answers to these and other questions regarding our understanding of Christmas are to be found not in the New but in the Old Testament. For the most part Christians regard the …

Based on readings from the Liturgy of the Hours, the Prayer of the Church, these reflections endeavor to shed light on the implications of Christmas and Epiphany for the marvel of a life which the Son of God exchanged for ours. The reflections trace a pilgrimage from the place of Christmas and Epiphany in history to the astonishing truth that all of creation possesses a goodness worthy of …

In his previous book The Origins of Christmas, Joseph F. Kelly answers common questions about the development of Christmas rituals and legends, and explores the history of the holiday. In this book Kelly turns to the infancy narratives to see what the New Testament tells us about the Nativity. Readers will likely discover that their Christmas celebrations, cards, pageants, and crèches …

It's easy to get lost in the bustle of Christmas shopping and holiday parties, losing sight of God. Advent and Christmas Wisdom from St. Francis of Assisi gives readers a momentary cease in the chaos, allowing daily meditation. It is essential in today's postmodern culture to remember the true purpose of Advent--the preparation for and celebration of the coming of Jesus. Each day's selection …

Book Description:   Popula writer and preacher on social-justice issues Father John Kavanaugh will lead readers on an Advent journey reflecting on the needs of God's created world and our responsibilities to our fellow human beings, who are members of the Body of Christ. Booklet

Booklet Description:   A Christmas Novena , by St. Alphonsus Liguori and adapted by David Werthmann Christmas holds a warm place in the heart as no other time of year. It is the joyful celebration of God's love in the birth of Jesus, the Word made flesh. The Christmas novena has long been one of the most cherished ways to prepare for the coming of the Messiah. Christmas Novena guides …

The Magnificat Advent Companion for 2008. Advent is the sacred season of anticipation and expectation in which we prepare for the coming of our blessed Savior. To live Advent is to live in an awareness of a Presence that changes our lives. The Magnificat Advent Companion is a rich spiritual guide that will accompany you daily through the 4 weeks of this holy season. It provides original daily …

  Spend this Christmas in the good company of the Holy Fathers - the Popes through the Ages “I am an old Christmas person and cannot imagine a more spiritual and impressive way than spending the Christmas season with the popes. This is a marvelous book to give anyone who has a real sense of the Church and of the significance of the teachings of the bishops of Rome. I highly …

Foreword by Fr. Benedict Groeschel, CFR Intro. by Aidan Nichols, OP Each year, the Church celebrates the Mysteries of Christ’s birth, life, death, and Resurrection. These are the seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent, Holy Week, and Easter — and each is the source of a particular grace, each has its own special gift for us. Christ in His Mysteries is Blessed Columba Marmion’s …

In this glorious portrait of the saint who inspired the legend of Santa Claus, Demi describes pivotal events in the history and life of Saint Nicholas, weaving luminous imagery into the story of his connection with Christmas. Full color picture book for grades 1 to 4. Review from the School Library Journal "This richly illustrated biography focuses on St. Nicholas, born around the …

Description:   During the season of Advent, we anticipate the coming of the Messiah. He who was sent was not a warrior-king, but an outcast who preached an all-inclusive love and who continues to bring God's blessed community to life each day. Saint Pio loved this Messiah and desired to be with him. One might say his entire life was a prolonged "advent," a restless …

Description:   The strong opening chords of "O Come, O Come Emmanuel" announce the season of Advent. From the Latin words venio, meaning "come," and ad, meaning "to," Advent means "coming to." The curious energy of Advent is the waiting for something that has already happened, the looking for something that is already here. It is both right now …

Written by Makoto Yamamoto Illustrated by Wakako Moritsu This lovely picture book captures the ageless story of the coming of the Savior, in flowing illustrations and child-friendly text. Sturdy binding and easy-to-hold size make this classic book a Christmas treasure for the whole family to cherish! A wonderful Advent-Christmas gift for children aged 5-8.

Description:   Drawn from Archbishop Sheen's best-selling books, these 28 reflections will lead you day by day through the Advent season. Eloquent quotes are paired with beautiful Scriptures on the themes of the season—patience, waiting, gift, hope, humility, joy—and more. Spend a few quiet moments of each day with one of the 20th century's greatest preachers, preparing …