"Three of the things that combine to make Advent/Christmas a significant season in my life are-the narrative of Scripture that remind me of the time when God came near, personal stories which spark powerful memories, and music that stirs the soul and warms the heart.

Unpacking a Traditional Christmas by Mark Hecht and Janet Lord have combined these elements in an Advent devotional which will help the reader enter into the season with anticipation and awe. I look forward to using it to help my heart to be ready for the celebration of birth of Jesus once again."

-Dr. Jeffrey E. Greenway, Lead Pastor of the Reynoldsburg Community Church and President Pro-Tempore of the Allegheny West Conference of the Global Methodist Church