Messages of Hope for Advent and Christmas 2019: 3-Minute Devotions - Softcover

White, Michael; Corcoran, Tom

 
9781594719394: Messages of Hope for Advent and Christmas 2019: 3-Minute Devotions

Synopsis

Even three minutes can change your day for the better.

Spend a few minutes each day from the first Sunday of Advent through the first week of Christmas with a short scripture passage and reflection by Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran that will help you find hope in the promise of Christmas.

White and Corcoran—the authors of the bestselling and award-winning Rebuilt, which tells the story of their parish—share their Messages of Hopefor Advent and Christmas 2019. The reflections offer practical, everyday wisdom that will allow you to see the gift of hope in every aspect of your life, helping you to become closer to God each day.

The compact size and affordable price of this book makes it perfect for parishwide distribution during Advent.

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About the Authors

Rev. Michael White is a priest of the Archdiocese of Baltimore and pastor of Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Maryland. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Loyola University Maryland and his graduate degrees in sacred theology and ecclesiology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome.

During White’s tenure as pastor at Church of the Nativity, the church has almost tripled in weekend attendance. More importantly, commitment to the mission of the Church has grown, evidenced by the significant increase of giving and service in ministry, and much evidence of genuine spiritual renewal. White is the coauthor of Rebuilt—which narrates the story of Nativity’s rebirth—Tools for Rebuilding, Rebuilding Your Message, and The Rebuilt Field Guide



Tom Corcoran has served Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Maryland, in a variety of roles that give him a unique perspective on parish ministry and leadership. First hired as a youth minister, Corcoran has also served as coordinator of children’s ministry and director of small groups. He is lay associate to the pastor and is responsible for weekend message development, strategic planning, and staff development.

Corcoran is the coauthor of Rebuilt—which narrates the story of Nativity’s rebirth—Tools for Rebuilding, Rebuilding Your Message, and The Rebuilt Field Guide.

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