The word "advent" means "coming," and the month of December is the season of Advent where we wait expectantly and get our hearts ready for Christmas and the celebration of Christ's birth. A way to ...

During the holidays, Nativity scenes and Christmas trees decorate most Catholic homes, but what about Advent wreaths? Advent wreaths are traditionally made from evergreen branches and have four ...

"Advent is a journey towards Bethlehem. May we let ourselves be drawn by the light of God made man." Let the hills sing for joy together before the LORD, for he comes to judge the earth. He will judge ...

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 ...

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 ...

Ever wonder where the Advent wreath originated and what it represents? Advent wreaths are everywhere these days. That could be because in our politically correct society, the symbol of the wreath ...

The Advent wreath is a long-standing Christian tradition that marks the four weeks preceding the celebration of Christmas. However, the origins of the Advent wreath are mysterious. The Pre-Christian ...

During the spiritual season of Advent, students at Wyoming Area Catholic attend a weekly prayer service to celebrate the season of Advent. Pictured are Deacon Bob Roman from Holy Redeemer High School ...

As we begin Advent and prepare for the birth of Christ in all the practical ways — gift buying, tree trimming, decorating, meal planning, and more — it’s important to prepare to welcome Jesus into our ...