Hello and welcome! 

As Advent begins, it’s easy to get caught up in the rush, with little time left for the peace this season is meant to bring. So, we wanted to create something simple—a moment each day to pause, breathe, and find a bit of stillness. In a world that often feels anything but peaceful, these small breaks can make all the difference.

With Sarah joining me in sharing these reflections, we hope our different voices will bring you closer to the calm and warmth of Advent and Christmas.  A daily moment to encourage, to challenge, to pray for others or just to step back from the overwhelming urge to make it all perfect.  

Each week starts with poetry written by Eleanor around the theme of that Advent week - peace, hope, joy and love. Then each day there is a short scripture reading, a reflection based on the passage, and a prayer.  

You will also find space to doodle or write notes, some colouring spaces, as well as a thread design across the top of the pages.  This is your wee booklet so use it as you wish, letting out your creative side too. Thank you to Sheena Oo for all designs and editing work.  

Advent is a season of preparation - for the coming of the Messiah 2000 years ago and looking forward to his return.  We pray this booklet will form part of your preparations this year.  No-one will judge you whether you manage a day now and again or faithfully each day.  It is a gift not a chore, but we suggest keeping it handy. Put it next to the bed, the tea caddy or on the coffee table, and may it be a source of great joy, peace, love and hope. 

Much love and blessings. 

Happy Advent and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Eleanor & Sarah

Click on the link below to download the booklet

Advent and Beyond

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Thanks to

Moncreiff Parish Church and

New Wellwynd Parish Church

for their support in the production of this booklet.