Resources

Below you will find all the resources you need to listen to the podcast episodes and discuss this series with your congregation or study group.

Each episode is 30-40 minutes long and includes scripture, story, and theological reflection. If you have any questions about these resources or are looking for additional Advent materials please email Suzanna Green, Director of Christian Formation at formation@dwtx.org.

Discussion Questions and Transcripts for Episodes 2-6 Coming Soon

Episode 1: An Introduction to Advent: Stories of Movement and Migration

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Episode 2 Adviento Uno: Encontrado alojamiento: Isabel y Patricia, José y Maria

Bishop Cortiñas Theological Reflection in English
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Episode 3 Advent 2: Journeys of Faith through Fear: The Rev. Evan & Erika Hierholzer and the Shepherds

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Episode 4 Advent 3: Dreams of Refuge: The Rev.Georges & Maha Jallouf and the Holy Family’s Escape to Egypt

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Episode 5 Advent 4: Crossing beyond borders to belonging: Dani Jaime & the Venerable Mike Besson and the Return of the Holy Family

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Episode 6 Epiphany: Sharing our Gifts: Nancy Cook, the Rev. Jeff Hammond, the Rev. Dexter Lesieur and the Magi

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Diocesan-wide Discussions

There will be two diocesan-wide zoom discussions on the following dates. Click the links below to register for these discussions.

Advent: Stories of Movement and Migration Online Gathering and Discussion December 11, 6:30 p.m.

Advent: Stories of Movement and Migration Online Gathering and Discussion January 8, 6:30 p.m.

For children and younger youth who might not be interested in the full podcast episodes we recommend using the book Lili's Quilt: A Story of Immigration, Welcome, and Belonging. The book has several activities in the back and Christian Formation Committee member Jenny Ligon has put together a google doc with some suggested wondering questions and scripture tie-ins for each activity.