Donkey Roads and Camel Treks: a Pilgrim’s Guide for Advent

Author Gemma Simmonds
Publisher BRF £9.99
Format pbk
ISBN 9781800393479

The cover sets the tone for this Advent book.  We are taken on a meandering journey towards Christmas and, as each day unfolds, we find ourselves drawn more deeply into familiar yet unexplored territory.  Gemma Simmonds has a unique talent to hold our attention with her opening sentences, and we are compelled to read onwards to see what will unfold.  Her wit is woven into situations which other Advent books lack, but alongside this attribute is a spirituality which brings us closer to God on our pilgrim journey.  We are encouraged to share the pilgrimage with others, as group study is encouraged.  There are weekly questions and prayer activities as well as thoughtful reflections or each day.  Thes will help us to know one another in a closer way and to share insights and challenges that maybe we have not thought possible in the past.  

No journey is smooth and uneventful.  Gemma Simmonds takes us along rocky and dangerous tracks to bring us to oases of peace and tranquillity.  Be prepared for the unexpected, but be assured – you will emerge transformed and ready to receive the Christ child afresh at Christmas,

Reviewed by BETTY TAYLOR

Advent, Nativity