From the Publisher
“Angels sing and dance in the pages of this book, awaking readers to God’s presence in the ordinary, tender, and tragic life in which we and others dwell. The stories, dotted with Charles Schuster’s earthy humor, shine light on pathos and meaning. They invite us as readers to watch for angels and God nods in the hurried and often painful moments of our own lives and the lives of those who touch us.”
—Mary Elizabeth Moore, dean emerita and professor of theology and education, Boston University School of Theology
“Charles Schuster’s brilliant, unconventional Christmas book of storytelling treasures proves not only to be a page-turner, but leaves the reader gasping for more. Yes, more theological tales revealing the divine in the ordinary—the phone call at 1:30 a.m. on Christmas morning, the barking dog, the squawking baby, the squirrel. With wit and wisdom, Schuster probes the mysterious universality of Christmas that transcends Christianity, prompting others to remember and reminisce, to imagine and to inspire.”
—Donald E. Messer, president emeritus, Iliff School of Theology
“Vintage Schuster: wry, funny, serious, sometimes all in the same sentence. If you haven’t heard of him, though, and have this book in your hands, you’re in for a treat. Chuck has an uncanny way of making Christianity accessible and relevant to a contemporary audience. I count it a privilege to know him. After reading his book, you will, too.”
—Stephen Swecker, former editor of The Progressive Christian magazine
“When the wit and wisdom of Chuck Schuster meet his pastoral heart, the result is an intersection where compassion and theology evolve into a smile. His congregational Christmas experiences unfold in stories that will stir your own memory of the holiday and encourage you to reflect on the nature of a relationship lived in faith. Angels abound; you are about to meet just a few of them. You will be blessed! I was!”
—Randy Jessen, Executive Director, Global Hope
