Advent 2024 starts on Sunday. Dec. 1. Here's what Christians do during Advent, how long it lasts and how it's different from Christmas.

The fifth candle is optional and, when used, is typically put in the center of the wreath. White stands for light and purity and is known as "Christ's Candle." This white candle is lit on ...

Advent 2024 starts on Sunday. Dec. 1. Here's what Christians do during Advent, how long it lasts and how it's different from Christmas.

On the third Sunday of Advent, it is traditional to celebrate Joy with the “Shepherds” candle. This third Sunday is also called Gaudete Sunday, and a literal translation here is to “rejoice.” ...

The sacred season of Advent begins on December 1, marking a four-week countdown to Christmas with themes of hope, peace, joy, and love. Churches across Mumbai celebrate with candle-lighting ...

Even though the colors might throw you off, do not associate the horizontal wreath with three purple candles and one pink candle with Lent and Easter. Nope. That’s an Advent wreath and the ...

Opinion ADVENT 2024: As Pepperdine president, we learned through hardship Christ brings light to end the darkness Paul taught us that through Christ our life's problems are are but a 'momentary ...

This 12-day candle advent calendar from Voluspa is one of the most festive gifts you can give this holiday season—and no one will blame you if you pick up a second calendar for yourself.

An Advent wreath is circular and symbolizes everlasting life and unending love. The arrangement is used to put our attention on the meaning of Christmas. The candles, in particular, put our focus ...