• 40 contributors from diverse backgrounds and traditions share their favourite carol, hymn, poem or prayer• Offers 25 Bible passages with short reflections written by Claire Musters, appropriate for use during Advent, or over the Christmas period if given as a Christmas gift• Structured in five sections: preparation, promise, joy, peace and love, looking at how we can develop these in everyday life• Contains colour illustrations throughout to make an attractive keepsake• Clear, user-friendly structure so that readers can dip into particular extracts or select a number for use in a group or service