The Advent wreath is made of four candles and a circle of branches. Before the first candle is lighted, the household gathers for this blessing. The blessing of an Advent Wreath takes place on the ...

By Beryl Shewe “No” is a complete sentence. In Steve Jobs’ final days, he protected his time fiercely, allowing only a handful of friends to visit. His time was precious and he spent it with ...

The Advent wreath is made of four candles and a circle of branches. Before the first candle is lighted, the household gathers for this blessing. In the short days and long nights of Advent ...

Your church may light Advent candles each week symbolizing anticipation, followed by a meaningful reading or prayer. Each candle represents something different — hope, love, joy, and peace.

The most common tradition typically uses four candles ... were marked by Bible readings or pieces from the Christian Christmas story. As times changed, so did the Advent calendar.

The pink candle will be lit on the third Sunday of Advent, known as Gaudete Sunday. Gaudete means ‘to rejoice’ and the readings on this Sunday focus on joy – rejoicing in the Lord and joy in ...

Bored of traditional advent calendars? Feast your eyes on these beautifully intricate advent candles letting you count down to Christmas Day in style Hand-painted candles are one of the most ...