Shadow and Light
By Tsh Oxenreider
Harvest House Publishers, 2020. 160 pages. Nonfiction
Celebrate a Season of Wonder and Waiting
Though the holidays are often jam-packed with busyness, the weeks leading up to Yuletide are still a time to reflect on the miracle of Jesus's birth. Shadow and Light is a concise and customizable guide for the Advent season to help you rediscover your childlike wonder and contemplate the sacred gift we celebrate in the Christmas season.
From bestselling author Tsh Oxenreider, Shadow and Light is a rich yet approachable experience that invites you to explore the historical meaning of Advent. Drawing from liturgical tradition, Tsh provides fresh insights for new and longtime believers alike. Each day includes Scripture, a reflection, a question, and a simple activity to engage the senses, such as lighting candles, listening to music, and viewing artwork both old and new.
I read this the first time last year, during the season of Advent (the four weeks leading up to Christmas). I've known and celebrated some aspects of Advent, but this is a really good deep-dive into the season, the meaning of this separate time before Christmas, and the ways to observe and celebrate it. Beautifully and thoughtfully written, it is also brief and easy to digest, with daily readings throughout the season. Whether coming from a background familiar with the Liturgical Calendar; out of curiosity; or looking for different ways to celebrate the season, I highly recommend this book.
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