Scripture

From an idea born in 1935, the devotional guide has become a fixture in homes, churches, care facilities and other places around the world.

The Advent readings pursue three different themes in the three different years.

Increasingly over the past four decades, United Methodist congregations with choirs have included a service of Lessons and Carols among their Advent or Christmas musical celebrations. While the music may be what draws people to the services, what actually drives the vigil form of worship historically is an extended period of listening to the Scriptures.