Mary's Voice

Advent Reflections to Contemplate the Coming of Christ

By: Amy Orr-Ewing

Narrated by: Amy Orr-Ewing

Find guidance through the advent season with the mother of Jesus and central figure in the story of Christmas, Mary.

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.”

Critic reviews

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

If leadership is about influence then, after Jesus, Mary was the greatest leader of all time. Uniquely she was present at the three great moments of our redemption: the Incarnation, Passion and Pentecost. In this book, Amy Orr Ewing presents Mary’s perspective – her fear, her faith and her wisdom – to highlight how her life can offer hope to all who journey through tears, disappointment, lament, struggle and pain.—Nicky and Pippa Gumbel, Author, Pioneers of Alpha and Vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton, London

What better companions could there possibly be for our journey through Advent to Christmas than these two women: Mary the mother of Jesus who speaks more powerfully into this season than any other, and Amy Orr-Ewing, a trusted voice and respected friend whose insights never fail to encourage and inspire me.—Pete Greig, Founder 24-7 Prayer International and Senior Pastor Emmaus Rd 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

In Mary’s Voice: Advent Reflections to Contemplate the Coming of Christ, Amy helps us to recapture the awe and wonder of the birth of Christ, and what this means for us today. By elevating the voice of the young, strong, vulnerable, marginalized, courageous, obedient, faithful, and often overlooked Mary, the mother of God, Amy unveils profound insights into the meaning of Christmas. This book will be a great companion as you prepare your heart during the Advent season. I have never been more captivated by Advent reflections and know you will see Jesus more clearly and love him more dearly as you journey through these pages. —Christine Caine, Founder of A21 and Propel Women

Not just a book for the holidays.

I appreciate the author’s knowledge of scripture and her ability to communicate. This book is relevant 365 days a year and I plan to reread it after the holidays.
As an artist found the PDF engaging.

The research and authenticity of the book.

New insight into Mary, her thinking, actions and detail of the times. I also enjoyed the review of Art portray Mary and her life.

It kept me interested, focused and inspired!

It is inspiring the story of Maria, being a teenager and having so much faith, trust and confidence in what God promised it’s inspiring. There is so mucho to learn and know about Maria that I recommend this book to read any time of the year.