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

During the liturgical season of Advent, many churches opt to display an Advent wreath as a way to mark the days and weeks leading up to Christmas and the birth of Jesus Christ. But what is an Advent ...

Advent wreaths are traditionally made from evergreen branches and have four candles. The four candles represent the four weeks of Advent — three candles are purple, and one is a rose color. The purple ...

When I was much younger (but old enough for some serious crafting), I designed a two-dimensional Advent wreath from construction paper and thumbtacked it to my bedroom wall. Each Sunday during the ...

Diptyque's highly-coveted advent calendar is back again in the form of a sewing-inspired box filled to the brim with 25 surprises. Among the highlights? Three new Diptyque holiday candles, as well as ...

For many people who observe Christian traditions, Advent marks the beginning of the liturgical year and serves as a period of anticipation and preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus ...

During the four Sundays of Advent, churches across the Peninsula will be illuminated with candles as congregations light their Advent wreaths of evergreen, shaped in a perfect circle to symbolize ...

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