Advent and Christmas with Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen

Experience Advent and Christmas through the timeless wisdom of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.

This devotional companion draws upon Sheen's beloved writings - including Christmas Inspirations and Life of Christ- and weaves them with new reflections, prayers, and meditations. It is designed to guide individuals, families, and parishes from the season of waiting in Advent to the joy of Christmas.

Inside you will find:

• Over 50 Daily meditations rooted in Scripture and Sheen's insights
• Prayers and novenas for Advent and Christmas
• Reflections on Mary, Joseph, and the Holy Family
• Practical applications for living Advent watchfulness and Christmas joy
• Hymns and devotions for prayer at the crib and in the home
• A simple guide for making an Advent & Christmas Holy Hour

Discover how the crib, the Cross, and the altar form one continuous mystery of love, and let this season transform your heart.

Table of Contents

PART I - The Waiting (Advent)
Chapter 1: Prophecy and Promise
Chapter 2: Mary's Fiat
Chapter 3: Joseph, the Silent Watchman
Chapter 4: The Expectant Soul

PART II - The Coming (Christmas)
Chapter 5: No Room at the Inn
Chapter 6: The Wood of the Manger and the Cross
Chapter 7: The Shepherds and the Magi
Chapter 8: The Word Made Flesh

PART III - The Living Mystery (Beyond Christmas Day)
Chapter 9: The Birth of Christ in the Soul
Chapter 10: The Child and the Cross
Chapter 11: The Family of Nazareth
Chapter 12: Advent and Christmas as a Way of Life

PART IV - The Twelve Days of Christmas

Chapter 13: Family Devotions at the Crib
1. Blessing of the Nativity Scene
2. Christmas Eve Family Prayer at the Crib
3. Daily Family Prayer at the Crib
4. Prayer of Consecration to the Holy Family
5. Reflection with Fulton Sheen

Chapter 14: Hymns and Carols for Prayer
1. O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (Advent Hymn)
2. Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus
3. Silent Night (Christmas Hymn)
4. O Come, All Ye Faithful (Adeste Fideles)
5. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
6. What Child Is This?

Chapter 15: Prayers for Advent and Christmas
1. The "O Antiphons" (Dec. 17-23)
2. Advent Prayer for Watchfulness
3. Christmas Novena Prayer
4. Prayer Before the Crib
5. Short Ejaculations (for daily use)

Chapter 16: Fulton Sheen on the Incarnation
1. The Humility of Bethlehem
2. The Two Births of Christ
3. The Manger and the Cross
4. Mary's Fiat
5. Joseph's Obedience
6. The Poverty of Christ's Birth
7. The Shadow of Suffering
8. The Eternal Present
9. Emmanuel, God With Us

Chapter 17: Scripture for Reflection
1. The Promise of the Messiah
2. Mary's Fiat
4. The Birth of Jesus
5. The Shepherds
6. The Magi
7. The Word Made Flesh
8. Simeon's Prophecy

Chapter 18: A Short Guide to Making an Advent & Christmas Holy Hour
1. Begin in Silence
2. Scripture Reading (10 minutes)
3. Meditation with Fulton Sheen (10 minutes)
4. Personal Conversation (20 minutes)
5. Acts of Love and Reparation (10 minutes)
6. Conclude with a Prayer of Consecration
7. Optional Hymn

Scripture Index
Old Testament
Gospels
Epistles

PART V - Treasury of Christmas Meditations For Prayer and Reflection

Concluding Word
About the Author