The Christian season of preparation takes place during the weeks leading up to Christmas.

Advent begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas. This year, Advent began Nov. 30, the start of the new liturgical year.

The significance of candle lighting in preparation for Christmas Day.

Advent comes from the Latin “ad + venire,” which means, essentially, “to come to” or “to come toward.” “Ad + venire” is the ...

Modern advent wreaths go far beyond fir greens and red candles: Minimalist, stylish and natural, bringing festive atmosphere into your home, completely without kitsch.

MANILA, Philippines —With Christmas comes the Advent season which, in Medieval times, was a period of fasting and a time when people’s thoughts were focused on the expected second coming of Christ ...

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 ...

Those invited to do so would come down the central aisle to light the Advent Wreath. Five candles. Circular. Surrounded by greenery.

Here’s a quick explanation of what Advent means for Christians and Catholics, and the origins behind some other Christmas ...

As Christians around the world observe Advent, the wreath serves as a symbol of Jesus’ impending birth. The Advent season is ...

MERCER — A group of Roman Catholic singers from the Grove City/Slippery Rock area will provide special music at the 8 a.m. Mass Sunday, Dec. 14, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, 100 ...