Mary's Voice

At Christmastime we remember that an ordinary, young, poor, oppressed woman was chosen to play a significant and breakthrough role in the redemption of the world. It is no mistake that a woman gets to be a part of all this, and that her voice, her questions, her fears, and her actions matter.Mary's faith and her wisdom form an astonishing aspect of the story of how God became a person for the love of this world. And in our weary world that is waiting and longing for light, meaning, peace, and love, we can do as Mary did when she "treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart."

Mary's Voice is the most unique and relatable advent resource I've ever read. Amy gives us a vantage point of advent that is rarely, if ever, seen. She reminds us that the church flourishes when we hear the faithful voices of women, the poor and the oppressed. Our souls are enriched when our theological reflections on the life, death and ultimate triumph of Jesus, our Savior, are not devoid of a rich awareness of the social situation of those whom God used in the story of our redemption. In the busyness of advent, Mary's Voice is an invitation for us to pause in praise joining Mary's Magnificat, remembering that, in Christ, God has "...lifted up the lowly; God has filled the hungry with good things."--Chris Brooks, Author of Urban Apologetics, Host of Equipped with Chris Brooks, Senior Pastor Woodside Bible Church, A beautiful and intensely thoughtful set of Christmas reflections, given added depth by a stunning set of illustrations.--Professor Alister McGrath, University of Oxford, Amy's life and words have given voice and hope to many, and her reflections in this beautiful Advent book around the voice of Mary amplify the unexpected, wise, tender ways God speaks to each of us. With threads of art and history, this volume invites us to see anew the wonder of the God of hope and promises, redemption and life. My hopes were raised and my heart was stirred through these extraordinary reflections.--Canon Sarah Yardley, Mission Lead of Creation Fest, As both a Christian and a Pastor, I'm always looking for fresh insights, perspectives and inspiration when considering the glory of the Incarnation. Amy Orr-Ewing has provided all of that in her book, Mary's Voice. A refreshing journey through the days of Advent with Mary, the mother of Jesus, as our guide. I loved it and am sure you will too.--Brian Brodersen, Pastor of Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa, California, As Amy embraces the legacy and first-hand witness of Mary's personal and significant part in the story of Advent, every chapter opens, astonishes and excites the reader's heart to the courage, calling and faith of Mary's heart. The beautiful rhythm and cadence of Amy's voice reveals the full theological picture surrounding the astonishing courage, calling and faith laid upon Mary's heart as she carries the most influential person in all history to an awaiting weary world. This book wonderfully translates the real Mary story crossing all denominations, ages and lives.--Yazz, Singer-songwriter and Author of Pearls of Great Price

Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing is an international author, speaker, and theologian who addresses the deep questions of our day with meaningful answers found in the Christian Faith. Amy is the author of multiple books including Where is God in All the Suffering? and the bestselling Why Trust the Bible?Over the last twenty years, Amy has given talks on university campuses around the world. She holds a doctorate in Theology from the University of Oxford and is Honorary Lecturer in Divinity at the University of Aberdeen.