A Gentler Advent

Every year, Advent arrives with the promise of slowing down, savouring the season, and creating space to remember Jesus: the One at the centre of it all. But for many of us, the reality looks quite different - the pace quickens, the calendar fills, the to-do list adds up and the heart of Advent slips away in the chaos.

This year at Still Waters, we’re longing for a gentler, more grounded approach. A season marked by presence, not pressure. That’s why we’ve created a free Advent devotional — a simple, spacious companion to help you pause, breathe, and gather the threads of your year with God.

Find a quiet moment if you can: light a candle, play some gentle carols, and allow yourself to settle. There’s no rush. Our hope is that this devotional gives you room to breathe, reflect, and rediscover the quiet wonder of this season.

If you’re able, we’d encourage you to print the devotional and sit with it slowly over the coming weeks — pen in hand, heart unhurried.

Wishing you a deep and joyful Advent season,

Philippa & Ben

Download it here: Still Waters Advent Companion