The First Act of Creation: On the Way to Emmanuel
Ebook
The First Act of Creation lyrically and contemplatively explores the mystery of our existence and the beauty of humanity in light of the incarnation. It traces a path through salvation history in expectation of the Messiah, viewing creation and revelation through God's plan that the Word should become flesh out of love for us and for the greater glory of God. Similar to Lenten Stations of the Cross, these Advent Stations can be used for communal prayer and private reflection. Proceeds from the sale of The First Act of Creation support the Holy Family Hospital in Bethlehem, Israel, which provides quality medical care to mothers and babies regardless of religion, ethnicity, or ability to pay. Learn more at birthplaceofhope.org.
“David Belczyk’s The First Act of Creation is a poetic
exploration of the mystery of the incarnation, from the creation of
the world to the return of the holy family from Egypt. Designed for
both private prayer and public devotion, these fourteen Advent
stations are deeply and eloquently steeped in the words of
Scripture and the intimate rhythms of personal prayer. They truly
bring the drama of our salvation to life and direct us, mind and
heart, to Jesus Christ, the Word made flesh.”
—David Zubik, Bishop, Diocese of Pittsburgh
“The idea seems so obvious and apt. Why has no one thought of it
before? Why have we waited till now to give Advent the kind of
‘Stations’ we use to mark our Lent? This book is a genuine
breakthrough in devotional prayer — a long-awaited antidote to the
annual shopping season. We should have been praying these prayers
for centuries now.”
—Mike Aquilina, EWTN host and author of The Fathers of the
Church
- Title: The First Act of Creation: On the Way to Emmanuel
- Author: David Michael Belczyk
- Publisher: Resource Publications
- Print Publication Date: 2020
- Logos Release Date: 2020
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Ebook
- ISBNs: 9781725287778, 9781725287754, 9781725287761, 1725287773, 1725287757, 1725287765
- Resource ID: LLS:9781725287778
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-29T20:28:12Z
David Michael Belczyk is the author of several works, including
the novels City of Bridges and Elynia. He lives in
Pittsburgh with his family.