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Invite authors Rebecca and Stephen Grabill in person or virtually to encourage families in their walk with Christ through the celebration of Advent and Christmas. Download their Speaker profile here, or use the form below to request more information.

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Upcoming & Recent Events

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Holy Shenanigans ~ The Joy of Advent with authors Rebecca & Stephen Grabill
Nov
12
to Jan 6

Holy Shenanigans ~ The Joy of Advent with authors Rebecca & Stephen Grabill

Pastor Tara  welcomes authors Rebecca & Steven Grabill to discuss their new book, The Joy of Advent: Family Celebrations for Advent and the 12 Days of Christmas.Explore how this resource helps families find deeper meaning and joy during the Advent season. Learn about the inspiration behind the book, practical tips for creating family traditions, and the importance of nurturing faith in the home. Plus, enjoy a special prayer and blessing for the season adapted from Saint Augustine.

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Hey Everybody, it’s father Edward ~ Tips to Have a Joyful Advent with Rebecca and Stephen Grabill
Nov
18
to Jan 6

Hey Everybody, it’s father Edward ~ Tips to Have a Joyful Advent with Rebecca and Stephen Grabill

Over the years, as a family, the Grabill family began to celebrate the joy of Advent. In their new book from Paraclete Press, Rebecca and Stephen map out a devotional for family life to deepen their prayer, understand our faith tradition, and share experiences together. Buy the book: https://paracletepress.com/products/t... Learn more about their projects: http://joyofadvent.com

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Busted Halo ~ Celebrating Advent in Your Home
Nov
19
to Jan 6

Busted Halo ~ Celebrating Advent in Your Home

Stephen and Rebecca explain the importance of the domestic church, which Stephen describes as “how we do faith formation in our families.” Rebecca adds, “Faith grows at home. I think there’s an issue in our current culture where a lot of kids who grew up in the faith don’t end up carrying it through [and] leave the church in their young adulthood…One of the solutions is don’t outsource faith formation. Your church starts with mom and dad around the dinner table. Those seeds get planted there and get watered there.”

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Holy Family Radio Interview Broadcast V (Final!)
Dec
14
to Jan 6

Holy Family Radio Interview Broadcast V (Final!)

Tune in to hear host Deacon James Thorndill of Holy Family Radio in conversation with Stephen and Rebecca Grabill. The wide-ranging conversation covers everything from the Grabill’s faith journey, to childhood memories, and to the process of writing a book together as a married couple. Learn about The Joy of Advent book plus listen in on a discussion of intergenerational faith formation—its importance and execution. Listen Now via link!

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Holy Family Radio Interview Broadcast IV
Dec
13

Holy Family Radio Interview Broadcast IV

Tune in to hear host Deacon James Thorndill of Holy Family Radio in conversation with Stephen and Rebecca Grabill. The wide-ranging conversation covers everything from the Grabill’s faith journey, to childhood memories, and to the process of writing a book together as a married couple. Learn about The Joy of Advent book plus listen in on a discussion of intergenerational faith formation—its importance and execution.

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Holy Family Radio Interview Broadcast III
Dec
12

Holy Family Radio Interview Broadcast III

Tune in to hear host Deacon James Thorndill of Holy Family Radio in conversation with Stephen and Rebecca Grabill. The wide-ranging conversation covers everything from the Grabill’s faith journey, to childhood memories, and to the process of writing a book together as a married couple. Learn about The Joy of Advent book plus listen in on a discussion of intergenerational faith formation—its importance and execution.

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Holy Family Radio Interview Broadcast II
Dec
11

Holy Family Radio Interview Broadcast II

Tune in to hear host Deacon James Thorndill of Holy Family Radio in conversation with Stephen and Rebecca Grabill. The wide-ranging conversation covers everything from the Grabill’s faith journey, to childhood memories, and to the process of writing a book together as a married couple. Learn about The Joy of Advent book plus listen in on a discussion of intergenerational faith formation—its importance and execution.

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Holy Family Radio Interview
Dec
10

Holy Family Radio Interview

Tune in to hear host Deacon James Thorndill of Holy Family Radio in conversation with Stephen and Rebecca Grabill. The wide-ranging conversation covers everything from the Grabill’s faith journey, to childhood memories, and to the process of writing a book together as a married couple. Learn about The Joy of Advent book plus listen in on a discussion of intergenerational faith formation—its importance and execution.

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A Family Advent
Nov
24

A Family Advent

Join us at St. Patrick Catholic Church for a special Sunday event on November 24, from 11:45 AM to 2 PM! As part of the Family of Faith discipleship program, this fun-filled family event will focus on preparing for Advent and the Jesse Tree. Join us for crafts, activities, refreshments, and fellowship. Learn about The Joy of Advent and get ready to celebrate the season just days before it begins!

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Advent at Schuler Books
Nov
19

Advent at Schuler Books

Join us for a fun, family-friendly live book event at Schuler Books in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on November 19 from 6:30-8 PM! Enjoy an engaging evening filled with activities, storytelling, and surprises for all ages. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate The Joy of Advent with the whole family!

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