The Bible’s telling of Jesus coming into the world harmonises with the common desires and longings of humans throughout history, and the shared human ache and yearning for something more. Using patterns and designs inspired by cultures around the world, A Story for the Whole World tells the story of Jesus' birth in the Bible's own words, inviting you, your community and indeed the whole world to find a place in it.

This guide offers practical tips and creative ideas for how individuals, churches and their congregations can use and interact with the Little Book of Advent throughout the Advent season. It provides ways to engage with the themes of waiting, hoping and preparing for the coming of Christ, helping individuals and communities reflect deeply on the meaning of Advent.