{"product_id":"from-the-manger-liturgy-commentary","title":"From the Manger Liturgy \u0026 Commentary","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"box-red\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSAMPLE\u003c\/strong\u003e: To preview, download a free sample of our \u003cem\u003eFrom the Manger\u003c\/em\u003e resources here.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box-advent\"\u003eThis product can be used on its own and is also part of the \u003cem\u003eFrom the Manger\u003c\/em\u003e collection—explore how you can save up to 25% with our \u003cem\u003eFrom the Manger Advent Bundles\u003c\/em\u003e.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHunger is a universal human experience, drawing attention to both our basic needs for nourishment and deeper needs for peace, liberation, and meaning. \u003cem\u003eFrom the Manger\u003c\/em\u003e reflects on the playful symbolism of Jesus being laid in a feeding trough in Bethlehem, the “House of Bread,” inviting us to consider how the baby born in a bread town continues to feed a hungry world today. This Advent resource is designed to inspire, empower, and nourish your community and can be used on its own or alongside other \u003cem\u003eFrom the Manger\u003c\/em\u003e products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrom the Manger Liturgy and Commentary\u003c\/em\u003e includes nearly 100 prayers and litanies to assist with your Advent worship planning. For the four weeks of Advent and for Christmas, we also include a Scripture commentary written by the Rev. Dr. Jeehei Park, Assistant Professor of New Testament at the Seminary of the Southwest, to assist in sermon planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know how daunting it can be to prepare for all of the Advent and Christmas services during such a busy season in the church and the world. One of our goals at Illustrated Ministry is to always make your job easier. We hope these prayers, litanies, and commentary will help assist with your Advent sermon and worship planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor each of the four Sundays of Advent, as well as a Candlelight Service and a Children and Families Service, we provide you with the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCall to Worship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening Prayer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvent Candle Lighting Liturgy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional Prayer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCall \u0026amp; Prayer of Confession\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssurance of Pardon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrayer of Illumination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrayers of the People\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrayer for the Offering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunion (Invitation to the Table, Great Thanksgiving, Words of Institution)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrayer Following Communion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAffirmation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharge and Benediction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow You Can Use It\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those adopting the \u003cem\u003eFrom the Manger\u003c\/em\u003e theme across their entire church, having access to all the liturgical materials (ready to use or adapt) will save significant preparation time. Additionally, Rev. Dr. Jeehei Park’s insightful commentary offers valuable guidance for your Advent sermon-writing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flexibility of the \u003cem\u003eFrom the Manger\u003c\/em\u003e liturgical materials allows you to tailor each element to fit the unique needs of your congregation, ensuring an engaging and meaningful Advent experience for all. Whether you choose to use the materials as-is or make adaptations, these resources will foster a sense of connection and anticipation within your church community, helping everyone journey together toward the celebration of Christ’s birth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter your purchase, you’ll receive a link to download your PDF file. You can open it directly on most devices, but for the best experience, we recommend downloading on a computer. You'll also receive a link to the Media Kit in the PDF. Please refer to the information included in the PDF on best practices for sharing our products with your community.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Illustrated Ministry","offers":[{"title":"101–500 members","offer_id":52215550771488,"sku":"ims1787252144543","price":27.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1–100 members","offer_id":52215550804256,"sku":"rgp1787252144544","price":27.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"501+ members","offer_id":52215550837024,"sku":"chl1787252144545","price":34.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3231\/3120\/files\/from-the-manger-liturgy-commentary_1.jpg?v=1787252150","url":"https:\/\/www.elmwoodbasket.shop\/products\/from-the-manger-liturgy-commentary","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}