Book description
Encounter the sacred in the ordinary and not-so-ordinary of the holiday season with this beautiful book of blessings. For so many of us, the season leading up to Christmas is a time of huge expectations, huge busyness, and often huge grief. Ordinary Blessings for the Christmas Season, from gifted poet and empathetic pastor Meta Herrick Carlson, is a beautiful collection of prayers, poems, and meditations to help us recognize the holy beneath the hustle and hibernation of the season. While we travel, spend time with family, contend with consumerism, confront grief, and soak up joyful moments, the blessings in this book are a lovely companion for all of us who are looking to access the deeper meaning of the holidays The book includes blessings for all the ordinary and not-so-ordinary moments of the season, like addressing Christmas cards, setting boundaries with family, shoveling snow, and the first Christmas without a loved one. Also included are blessings dedicated to beloved nativity characters like Mary and the magi, blessings for each of the twelve days of Christmas, and a beautiful collection of sacred-word-inspired blessings that readers can use as daily Advent readings, connecting us to the ancient story of Christmas. Let this beautiful little book be a reminder that the holy can be found in the routine and the ritual of the holiday season.
Stacker of Wheat
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MythMaker
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Houston
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ThreadTrail
I'm amazed by ListenBook's smooth drag-and-drop downloads in my web browser β a time-saver! I can't believe I waited this long to discover the joy of audiobooks through this app. Audiobook enjoyment has become an integral part of my routine, thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. A must-have! ππ± ListenBook has redefined how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an essential tool for my literary pursuits. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
Gro
Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds β this app's functionality is genius. The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption. No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone.
Irish Dze
This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities.
MindfulMingle
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. Accessing my favorite audiobooks has never been easier β this app's user-centric design and comprehensive features make it an absolute gem. π±π§ Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Gothic Gucci
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design and user-friendly interface. With this app, I've discovered a whole new way to enjoy literature. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear and distraction-free listening. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Keystone
Audiobook heaven! This app's functionality is a dream β simple and efficient. The app's interface is so sleek and modern. It's a joy to use. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are excellent.
DreamDiver
The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver. This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
NightDream
π§ Navigating through narratives has never been simpler β this app's functionality enhances my audiobook journey. ππ« Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience.
Blood Taker
This app has turned my daily routine into a source of excitement and joy. I appreciate the minimal ads β it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life β it's a unique experience. Effortlessly exploring new worlds β this app's design is user-centric and efficient.
ForumFlare
ππ Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page β this app is a bedtime dream! π΄π§ I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Guillotine Trigger
This app is a true treasure for audiobook lovers β it's my go-to source for literary adventures! ListenBook's intuitive controls and features have made it my preferred choice for audiobooks. π Making each day a new chapter β this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! ππ π₯ Audiobook enjoyment at the tap of a finger β this app's functionality is a testament to modern convenience. π±π CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings.
RetroMirage
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! ListenBook's audiobook player is a true workhorse β chapters, controls, and filters are all seamlessly integrated. ListenBook's versatile controls and playback options have made my study sessions more productive and enjoyable. With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle β this app's design is a win.
Trash Master
ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. πΆββοΈπ Exploring stories as I stroll β audiobooks have turned my walks into inspiring journeys of imagination. ποΈπ§ Quick access to chapters and controls ensures a seamless listening experience with ListenBook. It's effortless to use.
Granola Dove
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Wild Tesla
π‘ This app's convenience is a blessing β I can squeeze in reading time between managing household tasks! π±π©βπ³ ListenBook's controls for looping and shuffling playback have made studying and revisiting content a breeze. Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition! The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks.
DARK HQ
ListenBook's basic audio filters enhance my listening experience and make it uniquely mine. ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks! The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience. ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine.
New Cycle
I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into any moment. My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience