The writer Graham Greene famously said that there is always one moment in childhood where a door opens and lets the future in. In this course, written by Bishop David Wilbourne, we look at several moments in our faith and lives where a door opens and lets Christ in, catching the sense of expectancy which not only comes at the season of Advent, but throughout the year. In particular, we think about how Christ can surprise us and meet us in four distinct contexts: in family, in ourselves, in prayer and in the end. The four sessions focus on: Session 1: Expecting Christ in family Session 2: Expecting Christ in me Session 3: Expecting Christ in prayer Session 4: Expecting Christ in the end As with previous Advent York Courses, the standard study book is supported by an in-depth interview, covering all 4 sessions, between David Wilbourne and Simon Stanley, available on CD, as a Digital Download or as a transcript in either paperback or eBook. This York Course is available in the following formats Course Book (Paperback 9781909107007) Course Book (eBook 9781909107915) Audio Book of Interview to support Expecting Christ York Course (CD 9781909107908) Audio Book of Interview (Digital Download 9781909107892) Transcript of interview to support Expecting Christ York Course (Paperback 9781909107014) Transcript of interview (eBook 9781909107922) Book Pack (9781909107939 Featuring Paperback Course Book, Audio Book on CD and Paperback Transcript of Interview) Large print (9781909107946)

Expecting Christ is part of the highly popular series of open-minded York Courses for discussion groups and individual reflection, crammed with questions to stimulate thought and lively debate

About the Author
DAVID WILBOURNE was Assistant Bishop of Llandaff from 2009 until 2017, and previously worked as chaplain to two Archbishops of York, John Habgood and David Hope. He is a frequent after-dinner speaker, radio and TV broadcaster, guest preacher, and retreat and conference leader. Renowned for his ability to strike a balance between the humorous and the poignant, his many books include John Habgood's biography, Just John and Shepherd of Another Flock: The Charming Tale of a New Vicar in a Yorkshire Country Town -which was hailed by the TLS as 'glorious'.

Reviews
Faithful, feisty, pragmatic, and unfailingly pastoral, Warren explores the depths with a light and humble touch, prompted by Stanley's gentle and skilful questions ... With additional comments from four people in the pews, the four-part course gathers such momentum that by the third session, nearly every line hits home. * Church Times on LIVING IN THE LIGHT *
The York Courses format is tried and tested . . . Leading us in theology and ecclesiology are a mix of activist and academic, also ecumenical [contributors]. The sessions are scholarly but not inaccessible . . . a clear outline of "environmental justice" . . . An ideal resource for individuals or groups. * New Directions on CARING FOR CREATION *
Accessibly weaves substantial theology with Bible study, emphasizing that we need to unfamiliarize ourselves with the Bible, letting its sheer strangeness jolt us. Plenty of personal glimpses and fascinating detail include an Orthodox priest protesting that a prostitute is not a sinner, but an icon in the dustbin . . . * Church Times on GOD HAS NO FAVOURITES *



Book Information
ISBN 9781909107007
Author The Rt Revd David Wilbourne
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint York Courses
Publisher SPCK Publishing