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

The fourth Sunday of Advent is symbolized by lighting the final candle on the wreath, representing love. This Advent season ...

The Christian season of Advent, which begins this Sunday, is a four-week period of preparation for Christmas. Advent's themes ...

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

We light the Advent candle, pray in a spirit of hope and go on to enjoy our dinner. This first week of Advent is making its way to the second when we will light the candle of hope and that of peace.

Christmas is often synonymous with Advent. In each part of the world, Christmas is celebrated in different ways, or not at ...

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

Advent “Coming” begins a new liturgical year for the Church and celebrates three comings of Christ: His birth into history 2000 years ago, which split time into BC/AD (contemplate that); his coming at ...

Father Joshua J. Whitfield provides a reflection on the readings and gospel for the 3rd Sunday of Advent, Dec. 14, 2025.