Blog Archives - Sylvain Reynard

Advent Readalong – Day 1

December 3, 2023

Dear Everyone,

Today is the first Sunday in Advent, when we light the Hope candle. This advent, I’m inviting everyone to join with me in reading “Advent and Christmas: Wisdom from Henri J. M. Nouwen.” It isn’t too late to pick up a copy and join me.

Today, I began with Day 1 and I will continue in the Part 1 readings until Christmas, when I will switch to Part 2, and read the readings for the 12 Days of Christmas. I’ll be posting weekly and then on Saturday, December 16th, I’ll be joining the All things SR podcast in their chatroom at 9AM Eastern to talk about the readings.

Today’s Advent reading speaks of hope in the darkness, acknowledging that we live in a world filled with shouts, screams, and empty promises. To that list, I would add violence, hate, terrorism, and war. The challenge is to look to the light, to have hope, and to recognize that we are not alone. Advent is the beginning of a journey and I invite you to journey with me, to have hope, and to look to the light.

In the book of Isaiah 9:2, he writes, “The people walking in darkness have seen a great light.” This is the light of Christmas, the light of salvation, the light for all of us. Join me in lighting a candle tonight to represent our hope, and to banish the darkness.

Peace be with you all,

www.sylvainreynard.com

Teaser for “Gabriel’s Redemption” Part 3

November 24, 2023

Dear Everyone,

Passionflix has announced that the release of “Gabriel’s Redemption” part 3 will be December 14th. They also posted a teaser trailer, which you can view here.

I’ve seen part 3 and you will love it. Passionflix has also included a couple of surprises with the release …

This is excellent timing, because the tenth anniversary of the publication of “Gabriel’s Redemption” is December 13th. I’ll be hosting a giveaway on social media, so stay tuned.

Also, please join me on my author Facebook page for a watch-along of “Gabriel’s Redemption” Part 2 on December 10th at 7PM Eastern.

And I’ll be beginning the Advent read-along with the first reading of “Advent and Christmas: Wisdom from Henri Nouwen” on December 3rd. Join me.

Thank you for reading and thank you for watching,

www.sylvainreynard.com

Advent Readalong

November 17, 2023

Dear Everyone,

As you may remember, I hosted a Lenten read along earlier this year. At the prompting of a friend from Argyle Empire, I’ve decided to host an Advent Readalong. The book I’ve chosen is “Advent and Christmas: Wisdom from Henri J. M. Nouwen.” You can find the book on Amazon here.

Advent begins Sunday, December 3rd, and I’ll be starting the book on that day with the first reading. I’m inviting everyone to join me.

I’ll be posting shorter reflections on social media and longer, weekly reflections here on my website. I welcome your comments and reflections.

Thank you for your support,

www.sylvainreynard.com

“Gabriel’s Redemption” Part 2 Watchalong

November 3, 2023

Dear Everyone,

Argyle Empire is helping me organize a watch along of “Gabriel’s Redemption” Part 2 on Sunday, December 10th from 7-9PM (Eastern). The watch along will take place on my Facebook author’s page.

Subscribe to Passionflix, if you haven’t already. At 7PM sharp on December 10th, start the film on your device and watch the film along with me and other readers. We’ll be chatting live.

Hope you will join me.

Thank you for watching,

www.sylvainreynard.com

“Gabriel’s Redemption” Part 2 has been released

October 16, 2023

Dear Everyone,

I’m pleased to announce that “Gabriel’s Redemption” Part 2 has been released on Passionflix. If you aren’t a current subscriber to Passionflix, you can use code GRPT2SR and receive their streaming video service for $3.99 US/month for the first three months. I earn a small commission when you use this code, at no extra cost to you. Code is valid internationally to all new or returning subscribers through October 30th.

Part 3 is slated to release before the end of December 2023. This will coincide nicely with the tenth year anniversary of the publication of “Gabriel’s Redemption.”

I want to thank you, readers, for your tremendous support of me and my writing, and of the films. Melanie Zanetti, Giulio Berruti, Tosca Musk, and the entire cast and crew have created something truly special in their adaptations of my works. I’m so blessed to have worked with them and I’m so grateful for their hard work and dedication.

It’s been an incredible journey since I took up my pen in 2009 and began writing “Gabriel’s Inferno.” I’m so fortunate you have travelled with me on this adventure, and I’m looking forward to many more adventures in the future.

Thank you for reading and thank you for watching,

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