Illuminate
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Embark on an Advent Journey through Darkness to the Light of Christ
“If we do not embrace the darkness, we cannot welcome the light. This is the heart of Advent: a season of trustful surrender, renewed receptivity, and silent vigil. It is the time when we wait for the coming of the light—not just in the Christ child at Christmas, but in the inner illumination of God’s presence in the soul. God, who is conceived in silence and born in poverty, comes again to fill the soul with light (From the Introduction).”
Illuminate: A Guided Advent Journal for Prayer and Meditation, leads you on a four-week journey through darkness to light. Beginning with the prologue of St. John’s gospel, he reveals the profound hope found in the Word made flesh—the sacred mystery of the Incarnation.
Week 1: Word—“In the beginning was the Word…”
Encounter the eternal Word of God and learn to hear his voice speaking into your daily life.
Week 2: Light—“The light shines in the darkness…”
See how Christ’s light breaks through fear, doubt, and uncertainty, guiding you to embrace truth and hope.
Week 3: Faith—“He came as a witness to testify to the light…”
Like John the Baptist, become a bold and faithful witness to Christ’s love, bringing light to those around you.
Week 4: Life—“The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.”
Celebrate the miracle of the Incarnation and experience the fullness of God’s love in your everyday life.
Conclude your Advent journey by welcoming Christmas morning with the powerful words of John’s gospel proclaimed at sunrise Mass.
Through daily meditations, reflection questions, prayer, and beautiful artwork, you’ll move beyond abstract ideas to discover practical, life-changing ways to recognize and share Christ’s light in your everyday life.
Perfect for personal reflection or group study, Illuminate includes free companion videos and a downloadable leader’s guide, found at avemariapress.com.
This Advent, step into the light—and let it lead you to deeper hope, faith, and joy.
Product Details
- Pages: 144
- Trim size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
- ISBN: 9781646804238
- Imprint: Ave Maria Press
Description
Embark on an Advent Journey through Darkness to the Light of Christ
“If we do not embrace the darkness, we cannot welcome the light. This is the heart of Advent: a season of trustful surrender, renewed receptivity, and silent vigil. It is the time when we wait for the coming of the light—not just in the Christ child at Christmas, but in the inner illumination of God’s presence in the soul. God, who is conceived in silence and born in poverty, comes again to fill the soul with light (From the Introduction).”
Illuminate: A Guided Advent Journal for Prayer and Meditation, leads you on a four-week journey through darkness to light. Beginning with the prologue of St. John’s gospel, he reveals the profound hope found in the Word made flesh—the sacred mystery of the Incarnation.
Week 1: Word—“In the beginning was the Word…”
Encounter the eternal Word of God and learn to hear his voice speaking into your daily life.
Week 2: Light—“The light shines in the darkness…”
See how Christ’s light breaks through fear, doubt, and uncertainty, guiding you to embrace truth and hope.
Week 3: Faith—“He came as a witness to testify to the light…”
Like John the Baptist, become a bold and faithful witness to Christ’s love, bringing light to those around you.
Week 4: Life—“The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.”
Celebrate the miracle of the Incarnation and experience the fullness of God’s love in your everyday life.
Conclude your Advent journey by welcoming Christmas morning with the powerful words of John’s gospel proclaimed at sunrise Mass.
Through daily meditations, reflection questions, prayer, and beautiful artwork, you’ll move beyond abstract ideas to discover practical, life-changing ways to recognize and share Christ’s light in your everyday life.
Perfect for personal reflection or group study, Illuminate includes free companion videos and a downloadable leader’s guide, found at avemariapress.com.
This Advent, step into the light—and let it lead you to deeper hope, faith, and joy.
Product Details
- Pages: 144
- Trim size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
- ISBN: 9781646804238
- Imprint: Ave Maria Press
Customer Reviews
- SSStella S.Verified Reviewer3 hours agoRated 5 out of 5 starsMust buy!
I love the journal so far- unlike other advent journals which at times feel superficial- I find the reflections a good challenge. For the first time in a long time I find myself thinking of the journal questions and prayers throughout my day, and I find myself that much lighter and a better vehicle for Gods love.
AMAve Maria Press19 seconds agoWe're so thrilled to hear how Illuminate is enriching your Advent journey, Stella! It's wonderful that you're finding the reflections to be a meaningful challenge rather than superficial - that deeper engagement is exactly what we hoped this journal would provide. We love hearing that the questions and prayers are staying with you throughout your day and helping you feel lighter and more open to being a vessel for God's love. Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review and for calling it a "must buy!"
- SRSarah R. V. C.Verified BuyerYesterdayRated 5 out of 5 starsSo much to ponder!
Illuminate is deeply thought provoking. Each reflection is short but after only a little more than a week, I've found many lines and ideas that have left me pondering throughout the day. For example, I have approached adoration and Mass differently calling to mind how I gazed upon my children as babies and considering that God chose to enter humanity in a way that allowed Him to receive that gaze of a mother. Then also yearning for heaven so I can receive the return gaze, as I remember the look in the eyes of my babies looking back at me.
Fr. John has also transformed my perception of darkness considering the receptive love of God. I am motivated to walk through the darkness so as to see the Great Light. I see myself returning to this book again for Advent in future years.
AMAve Maria PressYesterdayWe're so thrilled to hear how deeply Illuminate is resonating with you, Sarah! Your beautiful reflection about gazing upon your children as babies and connecting that to how God chose to receive a mother's gaze really captures the profound spiritual insights Fr. John offers throughout the book. It's wonderful that these short reflections are giving you so much to ponder throughout your days and transforming how you approach adoration and Mass. We love hearing how the book has shifted your perspective on darkness and motivated you to walk toward the Great Light - what a powerful transformation! Thank you for this gorgeous 5-star review and we're so glad you'll be returning to Illuminate for future Advents.
- MCMarilyn C.Verified Buyer3 days agoRated 5 out of 5 starsIlluminate
Wonderful Advent inspiration. Beautifully written. Inspired.
AMAve Maria Press2 days agoWe're so happy to hear that Illuminate provided such wonderful Advent inspiration for you, Marilyn! It's beautiful to know that the writing resonated with you and brought inspiration during this meaningful season. Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review!
- CBChristopher B.Verified Buyer3 days agoRated 5 out of 5 starsBeautiful Advent Guide
After just the first week in Advent, I have found this beautiful guide to be an inspiration and great source for prayer and reflection.
AMAve Maria Press2 days agoWe're so thrilled to hear that Illuminate is already providing such meaningful inspiration and guidance for your Advent journey after just the first week, Christopher! It's wonderful that you're finding it to be such a valuable resource for prayer and reflection during this special season. Thank you for the beautiful 5-star review!
- JSJim S.Verified Buyer3 days agoRated 5 out of 5 starsGreat first week of Advent using this guide.
I am enjoying the first week of advent using this guide along with the on line video resources. Father John Nepil challenges us to explore our faith more deeply.
AMAve Maria Press2 days agoWe're so thrilled you're having such a meaningful first week of Advent with Illuminate, Jim! It's wonderful to hear that you're enjoying both the guide and the online video resources together - they really do complement each other beautifully. Father John Nepil has such a gift for challenging us to go deeper in our faith journey, and we're delighted that's resonating with you during this sacred season. Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review!
- JJanet4 days agoRated 5 out of 5 stars5 Stars
Great, thought provoking materials. Thank you.
- RARuth A. P.Verified Buyer4 weeks agoRated 5 out of 5 starsExpect this will enhance my Advent prayer time.
I haven't started the journal yet, but already I like the illustrations. The length seems just right for reflection and I appreciate the space for questions and responses.
