Advent and Christmas with Fulton J. Sheen
A Devotional Journey of Waiting, Welcoming, and Living the Mystery

Experience Advent and Christmas through the timeless wisdom of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.

This devotional companion draws upon Sheen's beloved writings - including Christmas Inspirations and Life of Christ- and weaves them with new reflections, prayers, and meditations. It is designed to guide individuals, families, and parishes from the season of waiting in Advent to the joy of Christmas.

Inside you will find:

• Daily meditations rooted in Scripture and Sheen's insights
• Prayers and novenas for Advent and Christmas
• Reflections on Mary, Joseph, and the Holy Family
• Practical applications for living Advent watchfulness and Christmas joy
• Hymns and devotions for prayer at the crib and in the home

• A simple guide for making an Advent & Christmas Holy Hour

  Fulton Sheen's voice speaks again with clarity and warmth, reminding us:
  "Christmas is not a day, but a state of the soul - when Christ is born anew in us."

  Discover how the crib, the Cross, and the altar form one continuous mystery of love, and let this season transform your heart.

  Table of Contents

  Epigraph
  Editor's Note
  Seasonal Reading Guide
  How to Use This Book

  Part I - The Waiting (Advent)

  Chapter 1: Prophecy and Promise
  Chapter 2: Mary's Fiat
  Chapter 3: Joseph, the Silent Watchman
  Chapter 4: The Expectant Soul

  Part II - The Coming (Christmas)

  Chapter 5: No Room at the Inn
  Chapter 6: The Wood of the Manger and the Cross
  Chapter 7: The Shepherds and the Magi
  Chapter 8: The Word Made Flesh

  Part III - The Living Mystery (Beyond Christmas Day)

  Chapter 9: The Birth of Christ in the Soul
  Chapter 10: The Child and the Cross
  Chapter 11: The Family of Nazareth
  Chapter 12: Advent and Christmas as a Way of Life

  Appendix I: Prayers for Advent and Christmas

  1. The "O Antiphons" (Dec. 17-23)
  2. Advent Prayer for Watchfulness
  3. Christmas Novena Prayer
  4. Prayer Before the Crib
  5. Short Ejaculations (for daily use)

  Appendix II: Fulton Sheen on the Incarnation

  1. The Humility of Bethlehem
  2. The Two Births of Christ
  3. The Manger and the Cross
  4. Mary's Fiat
  5. Joseph's Obedience
  6. The Poverty of Christ's Birth
  7. The Shadow of Suffering
  8. The Eternal Present
  9. Emmanuel, God With Us

  Appendix III: Scripture for Reflection

  1. The Promise of the Messiah
  2. Mary's Fiat
  3. Joseph's Obedience
  4. The Birth of Jesus
  5. The Shepherds
  6. The Magi
  7. The Word Made Flesh
  8. Simeon's Prophecy

  Appendix IV: Family Devotions at the Crib

  1. Blessing of the Nativity Scene
  2. Christmas Eve Family Prayer at the Crib
  3. Daily Family Prayer at the Crib
  4. Prayer of Consecration to the Holy Family
  5. Reflection with Fulton Sheen

  Appendix V: Hymns and Carols for Prayer

  1. O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (Advent Hymn)
  2. Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus
  3. Silent Night (Christmas Hymn)
  4. O Come, All Ye Faithful (Adeste Fideles)
  5. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
  6. What Child Is This?

  Appendix VI: A Short Guide to Making an Advent & Christmas Holy Hour
  Scripture Index
  Old Testament
  Gospels
  Epistles
  Concluding Word
  About the Author