Susquehanna Conference
303 Mulberry Dr., Ste. 400
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
717-766-79680
e-mail discovery@susumc.org
web www.discovery-place.org
Open 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. weekdays
303 Mulberry Dr., Ste. 400
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
717-766-79680
e-mail discovery@susumc.org
web www.discovery-place.org
Open 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. weekdays
Merry Christmas! Yes, I know I’m a little (okay, a LOT!) early, but If you plan to borrow a study from Discovery Place to use during Advent, now is the time to call or e-mail to reserve it. Here are some suggestions to help you in the process. All studies listed here include a DVD, a book, and a leader’s guide.
Sent: Delivering the Gift of Hope at Christmas, by Jorge Acevedo (2015). God sent Christ at Christmas. And Christ sends us. Each session is led by a different presenter, all of whom are clergy. The sessions begin with a story about Advent or Christmas, followed by a lively discussion among the presenters. Five sessions.
All I Want for Christmas: Opening the Gifts of God’s Grace, by James W. Moore (2016). Christmas has some amazing gifts for us, but we often need the miracle of God’s grace to experience and celebrate them. This study asks a very personal question: What are the gifts you would really like to receive from Christmas this year? Five sessions.
Not a Silent Night: Mary Looks Back to Bethlehem, by Adam Hamilton (2014). In this book, Hamilton begins at the end, with Mary at the crucifixion and the resurrection. He then travels back in time as Jesus’ life and ministry unfolds, ending at the beginning: with the Christ Child being born in a stable. Five sessions.
Faithful: Christmas Through the Eyes of Joseph, by Adam Hamilton (2017). As the earthly father of Jesus, Joseph’s place in the Nativity story is sometimes overlooked, but contains valuable lessons for all of us. Four sessions.
Christmas Gifts That Won’t Break, by James W. Moore (2017). As we journey through Advent, we reflect on the unbreakable gifts that God has given us: hope, love, joy, and peace … and, of course, the greatest gift of all: Jesus. Five sessions.
Down to Earth, by Mike Slaughter (2016). Have we ever really grasped the miracle that took place in Jesus’ birth? We will be challenged in this study to respond to this miracle with down-to-earth love, humility, lifestyle, and obedience. Four sessions.
The Journey: Walking the Road to Bethlehem, by Adam Hamilton (2011). Filmed in the Holy Land, this study retraces the actual path of Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem. Five sessions, plus a bonus session: The Holy Land Today.
In addition to these seven studies, there are numerous others from which to choose. Go to our Web site, www.discovery-place.org. Click on “online catalog.” You can search by title or author and read full descriptions of each resource listed above. You can also choose “advanced search” and under subject, use the drop-down menu and select Christmas/Advent. This will give you a complete listing of everything in Discovery Place that relates to this blessed season. You can place an order directly from the on-line catalog, call 717-766-7968 (toll-free 800-682-2615), or e-mail discovery@susumc.org. I’m looking forward to hearing from you.
Serving Christ with you,
Joni Robison
