Title
A Christmas Dress For Ellen
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
On Christmas Eve, 1927, In The Prairie Town Of Hillsspring, Alberta, Canada, A Young Mother, Mary Jeppson, Was Getting Her Five Small Children Ready For Bed. Her Heart Was Full Of Sorrow, For There Was Nothing To Fill The Stockings, And There Would Be Only A Little Much For Breakfast. Mary Had Written To Her Sisters In Idaho, Asking For Help With Such Necessities As Wheat, Yeast, Flour, And Cornmeal. She Had Also Asked For Clothing And Some Old, Used Quilts, For All Of Hers Were Thin And Full Of Holes.At The Close Of The Letter, She Had Written, If You Could Just Find A Dress That Someone Has Outgrown, I Could Make It Over To Fit Ellen. She Is Far Too Somber For Such A Young Girl. She Worries So About The Family And About Our Needs. She Has Only One Dress That She Wears All The Time, And It Is Patched And Faded.Her Letter Had Gone Unanswered, It Seemed, And Their Christmas Would Be Far From Merry. But George Schow, Their Mailman, Had A Surprise In Store. Could He Brave The Coming Storm And Bitter Cold To Deliver A Christmas Miracle? And Would There Be A Special Present For Ellen? Find Out In This Classic Tale Of Christmas Sacrifice And Service.About This Book: President Thomas S. Monson Told The Story A Christmas Dress For Ellen At The First Presidency Christmas Devotional In 1997, And An Adaption Of His Address Was Published As A Christmas Booklet In 1998. The Story Was Related To President Monson By Marian Jeppson Walker (Now Deceased), A Daughter Of Mary Jeppson, The Mother In The Story. Sister Walker And Her Husband, William, Also Exchanged Correspondence About The Story With President Monson Over The Years. Additional Details Were Obtained Through Correspondence With Descendants Of George Schow, The Mailman Who Delivered The Longlookedfor Packages To The Jeppson Family On Christmas Eve. In Addition To Other Family Members, Those Descendants Include Mark Schow (Now Deceased) And Gayla Woolf Holt. The Help And Information From All These Family Members Is Acknowledged And Appreciated.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Related Products
You may also like
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the story of 'A Christmas Dress For Ellen' about? A: 'A Christmas Dress For Ellen' is a heartwarming tale set on Christmas Eve in 1927, focusing on Mary Jeppson, a mother in Alberta, Canada, who struggles to provide for her five children. The story unfolds as she hopes for a Christmas miracle that includes a dress for her daughter Ellen, showcasing themes of sacrifice and service.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Thomas S. Monson, who shared this touching story during a Christmas devotional in 1997.
- Q: What are the features of this book? A: This book is a used copy in good condition, featuring a hardcover binding and consisting of 32 pages.
- Q: Is there any specific audience for this book? A: 'A Christmas Dress For Ellen' is suitable for readers interested in stories about family, sacrifice, and the spirit of Christmas, particularly within the context of religion and spirituality.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'A Christmas Dress For Ellen'? A: The book was published on January 1, 2004.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Thomas S. Monson? A: Readers can expect a heartfelt and reflective writing style that emphasizes moral values, family bonds, and the importance of kindness and service to others.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: The product details do not specify if there are illustrations in the book, so it is likely focused on the narrative rather than visual elements.
- Q: What genre does 'A Christmas Dress For Ellen' belong to? A: 'A Christmas Dress For Ellen' falls under the genre of Religion & Spirituality, making it a meaningful read during the holiday season.
- Q: Can this book be considered a collectible item? A: Given its heartwarming story and connection to Thomas S. Monson, collectors of religious or holiday-themed literature may find this book to be a valuable addition.
- Q: Who contributed to the story's background? A: The story was related to President Monson by Marian Jeppson Walker, a descendant of Mary Jeppson, and further details were gathered through correspondence with the Jeppson family's descendants.