Congregations share how they have made Advent more meaningful for
people of all ages!

People are sometimes astonished to learn that the Bible never says
there were three wise men, never portrays Mary riding a donkey, never says that Jesus was born in a stable. Christmas: The Real Story examines what Scripture actually says – and doesn’t say – about the Nativity.

At Zion Lutheran Church, Des Moines, Iowa, Linda Danielson has helped
sixth graders prepare to act out the Christmas story by using
Christmas: The Real Story.

Linda says, “I taught Christmas: The Real Story to the children in preparation for their annual Christmas pageant. This is one curriculum we need to get to younger ages, as well as to adults who have heard the traditional version of the Christmas story all their lives.  There might be less resistance to the true biblical Christmas story if we
start hearing it as children.  As it is, some of the adults may only hear the story through the children’s program. In this pageant, the children have an opportunity to learn about and share what Jesus’ birth was like over 2000 years ago within the traditions and culture of His time.”

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At St. Michael Roman Catholic Church, Indianapolis, Indiana, Mr. William Danner, Director of Religious Education, says that people are fascinated by what Scripture really says. “Christmas: The Real Story opens doors for a flood of conversation!  It gets people thinking!”

He continues, “For the four weeks of Advent, this short course is our adult Bible study group’s focus. It proves to be a genuine eye-opening experience as people break open their Bible to read and see what is really there.  It is a fantastic revelation for more fully
understanding how we should use Scripture to get to the message of
God.”

“Christmas: The Real Story, with its colorful graphics, furthers the understanding of the culture and history of Jesus’ time.   I use it every Advent season.”