Advent tells us exactly what we are waiting for: Jesus to be placed in the manger. But the forebears of our faith traditions were not waiting for a what but a whom. From Psalm 27: ...

The King has said he is 'praying' for Syria following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime. Charles, 76, was welcomed to an Advent Service celebrating the strength and courage of faith communities ...

“The Lutherans and Protestants were the first to incorporate this practice into their worship, and eventually, in the 20th century, the Catholic Church embraced this beautiful tradition as well,” Fr.

Every year, Advent quickly approaches, and by the time it’s over, many Catholics are left saying, “I wish I’d done more to have a prayerful Advent.” “This time of the year is so busy that even with ...

Chances are you already have been getting involved. You just didn’t realise. You could set up an Advent wreath in your home, invest in a nativity scene, use an Advent calendar to count down the days ...

Members of One Fellowship Church light candles in an Advent wreath during a service on Daniel Island on Sunday, December 17, 2023. Laura Bilson/Staff ...

The third Sunday of Advent is Dec. 17 and it is called Gaudete Sunday. This is the Sunday to light the sole pink candle on the Advent wreath. The fourth Sunday of Advent is Christmas Eve, Dec. 24.

Advent wreath In many churches, there is an Advent wreath with four candles and one central candle. The tradition started in nineteenth century Germany, but is now commonplace in many churches. A ...

Advent: Advent is a season in the Church’s life intended to renew the experience of waiting and longing for the Messiah. Advent begins this year on Sunday, December 3. Most Catholics know that Advent ...

Advent Wreaths The Catholic Church has been using Advent wreaths since the Middle Ages. Lighting candles as we prepare for Christmas reminds us that Christ is the light of the world.

These are basic components of society: Reliance and reliability. The USCCB offers another church teaching that applies broadly. “Advent isn’t about speculation.

When is Advent in 2023? Advent begins Sunday, Dec. 3, for most Christians and ends Sunday, Dec. 24. It is a particularly short season this year, only lasting three weeks and one day.