Not a Silent Night Leader Guide

Mary Looks Back to Bethlehem

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Holidays, Christmas, Christianity, Education

• Author: Adam Hamilton
• ISBN: 9781630880354
• Publisher: Abingdon Press
• Publication: September 16, 2014
• Imprint: Abingdon Press
• Language: English

Imagine Jesus from Mary’s point-of-view—proud of her son, in awe of his gifts and mission, guided by love for him as a person and so much more. Adam Hamilton begins at the end, with Mary at the crucifixion and resurrection; travels back in time as she witnesses his life and ministry; and ends at the beginning, with the Christ child born in a stable, Mary’s beautiful baby. This year, experience Advent and Christmas with Mary.

This leader guide is designed for group use, along with Adam Hamilton’s book and DVDNot a Silent Night: Mary Looks Back to Bethlehem. The leader guide includes everything a group leader needs to facilitate sessions and tailor them to the time and style of each group. The five sessions are based on the book and DVD topics:

1. Beginning with the End 
2. The Piercing of Mary’s Soul 
3. Amazed, Astounded, and Astonished 
4. Mary, Full of Grace 
5. It Was Not a Silent Night