Front-Line Advent: Daily Thoughts, Prayers and Encouragement for Advent - Softcover

Morris, Steve; Hingston, Barry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1788931963 ISBN 13: 9781788931960

Publisher: Authentic Media, 2020

Synopsis

‘The word ‘poetry’ comes from the Greek verb “poeio”, meaning “to make”. A poet is the person who takes the found material of experience round about them and forges it into some new shape through which we see the world differently. Steve Morris and Barry Higston have assembled a collection of modern poetry here which does exactly that. Drawing on the found materials of lockdown, the poets forge a frame through which we look at Advent, and each other, differently. ‘However, the book’s real strength lies in its artful combination of poetry, theology and prayer. This is a colourful and honest reflection emerging from Lockdown 2020 from which we could all benefit.’ Richard Littledale, author, preacher and pastor ‘Barry and Steve have produced this Advent mixture of poetry, reflection, prayer and provocative question. Advent is a time to take stock and prepare ourselves with God for what is to come. As one of the poems says: “Against all recent evidence I throw myself into the arms of hope for the new year.” ‘At this time, more than ever, here is a good read.’ Pete Broadbent, Bishop of Willesden

About this title

About the Authors

STEVE MORRIS ran a successful brand agency before becoming a vicar. Currently at St Cuthbert's, North Wembley, he has initiated a national campaign to set up memory cafes and also writes for The Spectator, The Oldie, Christian Today and Church of England Newspaper.



BARRY HINGSTON is Vicar at St John's Church, Harrow.

Edition details

• Publisher: Authentic Media
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1788931963
• ISBN 13: 9781788931960
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 184