Advent in Narnia: Reflections for the Season by Heidi Haverkamp

With its enchanting themes of light and darkness, temptation and sin, forgiveness and hope--and even an appearance by Father Christmas--C. S. Lewis's The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe naturally enhances the Advent season of reflection. As the reader anticipates the glorious coming of Christmas, Advent in Narnia inspires us to consider the holiday season from a new perspective. These twenty-eight devotions feature Scripture passages and excerpts from C. S. Lewis's The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, prompting meditation on Advent themes such as grace, love, and sacrifice. Questions for reflection are included with each devotion, ultimately guiding the reader to know God better while journeying through Narnia. Four sessions for small group discussion, along with information on creating a "Narnia Night" for families, are also provided to deepen your church's Advent experience.   "This excellent book makes me want to spend my next Advent in Narnia. Haverkamp's week-by-week guide is great for families, as well as for adults of any age who are looking for a delightful way to reflect upon the Advent season." --Paul Jarzembowski, Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministries, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops "Heidi Haverkamp writes that Advent is a borderland. Her book is a reliable map for exploring this border country. She leads us with a lively faith that moves from the world of flat practicality and cynicism to the possibility of one filled with delight and risk and enchantment, one in which Christ is 'on the move' in our lives." --The Right Rev. Jeffrey Lee, Bishop, The Episcopal Diocese of Chicago "Heidi Haverkamp 's Advent in Narnia is both delightful and profound: delightful because it provides a vehicle for Christians of all ages to experience the joys of C.S. Lewis's classic fantasy; profound because it explores Advent's themes of hope and expectation with real theological depth."--The Very Reverend Gary R. Hall, Dean, Washington National Cathedral Table of Contents: Introduction Week One 1. Through the Wardrobe 2. The Lamppost 3. A Great Light 4. Mr. Tumnus 5. Repentance 6. Turkish Delight 7. The Bread of Life Week Two 8. Lucy 9. The Professor 10. Becoming Like Children 11. Edmund 12. Keeping Awake 13. The Fur Coats 14. Adam and Eve Week Three 15. Like a Thief 16. The Robin 17. Angels and Messengers 18. Mr. and Mrs. Beaver 19. Christmas and Eucharist 20. The Witch's House 21. The House of David Week Four 22. Is He Safe? 23. Father Christmas 24. The Full Armor of God 25. A Tiny Feast 26. God Will Prepare a Feast 27. Aslan Is Near 28. The Winter Is Past Sessions for Small Group Discussion A Leader's Guide Session 1: The Wardrobe Session 2: The Witch Session 3: Father Christmas Session 4: The Lion Creating a Narnia Night for Families Decorations Activities Closing Prayer Service   Heidi Haverkamp is Vicar of the Episcopal Church of St. Benedict in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Her gifts for ministry include teaching, preaching, and spiritual guidance and counseling. Her writing has appeared in several magazines and websites, including The Christian Century, Upper Room Disciplines, and Episcopal Café. She is a Benedictine oblate of Holy Wisdom Monastery in Middleton, Wisconsin, and a member of The Young Clergy Women Project. Visit her blog at www.vicarofbolingbrook.net. Westminster John Knox Press Pub Date: August 06, 2015 0.27" H x 8.5" L x 5.5" W 96 pages paperback