Light to the Darkness: Lessons and Carols, Public and Private

by Katerina Katsarka Whitley

Light to the Darkness is a fresh interpretation of the well-loved Advent tradition of Lessons and Carols. Replacing the usual scriptural readings from the old and new testaments will be first-person dramatic monologues based on these, and other, passages of scripture. Special emphasis will be given to the role of the prophets not only in pointing the way to the Messiah and in offering guidance to the Hebrew people, but in offering very contemporary guidance in the 21st century.

With a reading for each day of Advent, churches can choose pieces for their own services of Lessons and Carols, while individuals can use the book for their own private devotions. Suggestions for music for these services will also be included; these will encompass a broad range music to accommodate parishes' musical needs and abilities.

140 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2008

About the author

Katerina Whitley was born in Thessaloniki, Greece where St. Paul established a church early in his ministry. His imagined presence and the echo of his words have been foundational in the author's life and thought. Even though she lives in the U.S, she remains deeply grateful for her Greek heritage both ancient and modern. She has published 5 books including Seeing for Ourselves, Speaking for Ourselves, Walking the Way of Sorrows, and a cookbook, Around a Greek Table. This is her first novel.