
Melodies of Faith
An Advent Devotional for African American Churches and Families
- 64 pages
- English
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Melodies of Faith
An Advent Devotional for African American Churches and Families
About this book
Embrace the warmth, joy, and profound spiritual insights of the Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany seasons with this unique devotional collection, specially compiled for African American churches and families. Authored by esteemed scholars, ministers, and lay leaders, this devotional weaves together cherished memories, beloved hymns, and reflective meditations that resonate deeply with the African American faith experience.Melodies of Faith: An Advent Devotional for African American Churches & Families is more than a devotional—it's a journey through the heart of the holiday seasons, designed to deepen your faith and bring your family closer together. Daily reflections from distinguished contributors guide you through the sacred seasons, offering hope, peace, joy, and love. Engage with scripture and music that celebrate the rich heritage and traditions of the African American church. Thought-provoking reflection questions encourage meaningful conversations at home and in church communities. Special litanies, prayers, and songs for Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany enrich your worship experience. Join us in celebrating the miracles of Advent, the joy of Christmas, and the revelations of Epiphany with this beautifully crafted devotional.
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Table of contents
- Introduction
- ADVENT WEEK 1
- Sunday: A Litany for Advent
- MONDAY: Hope in the Darkness
- TUESDAY: The Tools to Teach and Reach Change
- WEDNESDAY: New Birth
- THURSDAY: Found by the One Born to Give Us Life
- FRIDAY: Because of What I Know, I Can Sing
- SATURDAY: A Shepherd for the Shattered
- ADVENT WEEK 2
- SUNDAY: Come, Lord Jesus, Come!
- MONDAY: A Multitude Sang Out
- TUESDAY: We Didn’t Know
- WEDNESDAY: A Call to Freedom
- THURSDAY: Anticipation
- FRIDAY: God Uses the Unlikely to Share the Good News
- SATURDAY: An Announcement!
- ADVENT WEEK 3
- SUNDAY: Hark!
- MONDAY: Rise and Shine and Give God the Glory!
- TUESDAY: I, Too, Can Sing
- WEDNESDAY: We Worship You!
- THURSDAY: How Wonderful to Wonder and Wander
- FRIDAY: “Hallelujah!”
- SATURDAY: In the Silence of the Night
- ADVENT WEEK 4
- SUNDAY: A Litany for Christmas
- MONDAY: An Invitation to Participate
- TUESDAY: Without the Ones We Love
- WEDNESDAY: Preparing for a Wider Joy
- THURSDAY: Profound Hope
- FRIDAY: “Go Tell It!”
- Christmas Eve & Christmas
- Let Us Go Now and See
- Christmas Day
- Christmastide
- Second Day of Christmas: This Joy We Have
- Third Day of Christmas: Terrified Yet Hopeful
- Fourth Day of Christmas: Light Into Darkness
- Fifth Day of Christmas: Holy Travelers Migrating in the Night
- Sixth Day of Christmas: A Hard Candy Christmas
- Seventh Day of Christmas: Calling On Jesus
- Eighth Day of Christmas: Embracing Darkness
- Ninth Day of Christmas: Unexpected Gifts, Unexpected Blessings
- Tenth Day of Christmas: Finding Joy Even in Strange Predicaments and Places
- Eleventh Day of Christmas: A Place Where Our Prayers Land
- Twelfth Day of Christmas: Worshipping Beyond the Manger
- Epiphany: A Promise of Hope and Peace