The Compass: Navigating the Interior Journey

The Compass: Navigating the Interior Journey

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The Annual Christmas Gift Guide: 15 Top Books for Spiritual Formation

The Annual Christmas Gift Guide: 15 Top Books for Spiritual Formation

Turning an Icelandic tradition into a Substack Christian spiritual formation tradition!

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Gene Maynard
Dec 04, 2024
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Recently, my daughter and her husband visited Iceland. Very concise travelers’ review: they loved it! Their stories caught my attention and I started reading more about Icelandic culture and tradition, and in the process, discovered a beautiful Christmas tradition: Jolabokaflod, or “Christmas Book Flood.” On Christmas Eve, Icelanders give books to each …

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