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October 22, 2026, Detroit – Spend your Advent reflecting on the Light of Christ through the latest Advent booklet written by Adrian Dominican Sister Janet Schaeffler, OP. In Longing for the Light of Christ, Sister Janet takes readers on the path of reflections, practices, and prayers every day during Advent to help them to be aware of the presence of God as they prepare for Christmas.
Sister Janet has written Advent reflection booklets for several years, as well as booklets for families, catechists, and other ministers of the Church. A retreat leader and a consultant for catechists, other church leaders, and families in faith formation, she once served as Director of Adult Faith Formation for the Archdiocese of Detroit. She also is a popular speaker.
Longing for the Light of Christ is available through Twenty-Third Publications at a cost of $2.99 for one copy and lower rates per copy when purchasing multiple copies. Call 1-800-321-0411 or order online here.
The booklet is also available at the Weber Center Shop on the campus of the Adrian Dominican Sisters Motherhouse, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian. Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, with a lunch break from noon to 12:45 p.m. Copies can also be ordered through email, [email protected], or by calling 517-266-4035.