In some denominations, Advent is also celebrated by the lighting of an Advent wreath, which represents Jesus coming as a ...

Here’s a quick explanation of what Advent means for Christians and Catholics, and the origins behind some other Christmas ...

Joy does not simply happen to us, writes Deacon Franz Fruehwald. It grows where there is space cleared by humility, softened ...

An Advent wreath is circular and symbolizes everlasting life and unending love. The arrangement is used to put our attention ...

Advent begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas. This year, Advent began Nov. 30, the start of the new liturgical year.

The lighting of Advent wreath candles is a cherished Christian tradition. Each candle represents a different value with the ...

The second candle that we light on the Advent wreath this Sunday reminds us of peace, and Deacon Franz Fruehwald points to ...

The Christian season of Advent, which begins this Sunday, is a four-week period of preparation for Christmas. Advent's themes of hope, peace, joy, and love are symbolized by lighting candles, moving ...

The second week of Advent focuses on finding peace by intentionally slowing down. The author suggests a practice of taking 60 ...

In worship, one common pattern for many years has been to use an Advent wreath, candles and themes of “Hope, Peace, Joy and Love” for the four Sundays before the day of Christmas itself and a Christ ...