Through Advent to Christmas

About this book

From the creator of the #1 Amazon bestseller "Girl with Roses" comes a beautiful new Advent story.Count down the days to Christmas with Maria and discover the beautiful, time-honored the traditions of the Holy Catholic Church! Are you looking for a meaningful way to help your children prepare their hearts for the birth of Baby Jesus? Step away from the commercial noise of the holiday season and journey through a truly traditional Catholic Advent. In this beautifully illustrated storybook, Maria-a joyful young girl who shares her family's deep faith-invites young readers into her warm home to experience the daily rhythm of Holy Advent. Guided by the wisdom of Dida and Baka (Grandpa and Grandma), Maria and her family live out the rich, sacred customs that have guided Catholic families for centuries. Day by day, children will discover and experience: - The Liturgical Advent Wreath: Follow along each Sunday as Dida lights the candles of Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love, explaining their deep theological meanings. - Sacred Liturgies & Feasts: Walk through the snowy dark with lanterns to the early morning Rorate Mass, celebrate St. Nicholas Day, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, and the Feast of St. Lucy. - Heartwarming Family Traditions: Learn the beautiful symbolism of the Jesse Tree, baking traditional gingerbread (Bethlehem, the "House of Bread"), preparing the empty manger with straws of good deeds, and saving a tiny bird with Christian mercy. - A Rich Educational Epilogue: Discover how the Catholic Christmas season beautifully extends past December 25th, exploring the feasts of St. Stephen, the Holy Innocents, the Holy Family, Mary Mother of God, Epiphany (Three Kings Day), and the Baptism of the Lord.