Jorge Acevedo & Lanecia Rouse 
Sent Devotions for the Season 
Delivering the Gift of Hope at Christmas

As you sent me into the world, so I have sent them . . . —John 17:18


God

sent Christ at Christmas. In turn, Christ sends us into the world to be

his hands and feet, head and heart. Dynamic pastor Jorge Acevedo leads

us on a 5-week Advent journey to discover how, where, and why we are

sent. Joining him on the journey are four young clergy including Jacob

Armstrong, Rachel Billups, Justin La Rosa, and Lanecia Rouse, who

challenge us through story, art, and Bible study.

This devotional, offering four weeks of daily reflections, functions

beautifully on its own or as part of the church-wide experience. The

reflections are ideal for use during Advent and include Scripture, personal

insights, daily challenges, and prayers.

Mengenai Pengarang

Justin La Rosa is a United Methodist Deacon and a licensed clinical social worker. He has served Hyde Park United Methodist Church in Tampa since 2005, first as the Minister of Discipleship and now as the Director/Minister of The Portico, a community gathering space where people come together for conversation, connection, and community change. Justin has co-authored three studies for Abingdon Press: A Disciple’s Path: A Guide for United Methodists; A Disciple’s Heart: Growing in Love and Grace; and Sent: Delivering the Gift of Hope at Christmas. He and his wife Caroline have a daughter, Isabella, and a son, Russell.