Description
45-minute webinar with Q&A
October 5, 2026, from 1:00–1:45 p.m. ET
On-demand replay available
Looking for the “just right” devotional or small group resource for Advent? With so many new books and resources released each year from publishers and ministry organizations across the church, finding the one that fits your congregation — or your own Advent practice — can be a challenge.
Join Amy Pagliarella, book review editor for the Presbyterian Outlook, for a practical overview of this season’s Advent resources. Drawing from a wide range of publishers and creators, Amy will highlight some of the best new options available and help you identify resources suited for worship, small groups, congregational study and individual reading.
We’ll also revisit some of the “best of the best” resources from recent years, including options designed for congregation-wide storytelling and intergenerational participation.
Whether you’re a pastor planning for Advent, a Christian educator choosing resources for your congregation, a small group leader or simply looking for a meaningful devotional for the season, this webinar will help you sort through what’s available and find resources that fit — wherever they’re published.
What you’ll discover
During this 45-minute webinar, Amy will:
- Introduce noteworthy new Advent resources for 2026 from a wide range of publishers and creators
- Recommend options for worship, small groups and individual devotion
- Highlight resources appropriate for different congregation sizes and settings
- Revisit standout resources from recent years
- Point to options for intergenerational and congregation-wide engagement
Come with your Advent planning questions — and leave with a short list of resources worth exploring.
What is the price?
To ensure this conversation is accessible, the Presbyterian Outlook is offering this webinar as “pay what you can.” We don’t want financial constraints to prevent anyone from accessing this important resource.
If you are able, we invite you to make a donation. As the only independent publication reporting on the PC(USA), we rely on webinar income, subscriptions, and donations to support our work of reporting, resource-building, and fostering meaningful conversation. Every contribution, no matter the amount, makes a difference.
Who should attend?
This webinar is designed for anyone choosing Advent resources for themselves or their church, including:
- Pastors and worship leaders
- Christian educators and faith formation leaders
- Small group and Bible study leaders
- Church staff and volunteers planning Advent programming
- Individuals looking for a meaningful Advent devotional
Whether you’re planning for an entire congregation or simply choosing a resource for your own Advent practice, you’ll leave with ideas to help you make the season meaningful.
What do I get when I order?
Your registration includes access to the live webinar with Amy Pagliarella on October 5, 2026, as well as the on-demand recording following the event.
A note about accessing the webinar: This webinar will be hosted on Crowdcast. After you register, you’ll receive an email from Crowdcast confirming your registration and providing information about how to join the webinar. Crowdcast will also send reminders as the event approaches, so please keep an eye out for emails from Crowdcast.
About Amy Pagliarella
Amy Pagliarella is the Book Review Editor for the Presbyterian Outlook, where she helps readers discover thoughtful books and resources for ministry, faith formation and the life of the church.
