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

For many people who observe Christian traditions, Advent is a special season that begins on Dec. 1 and lasts until Dec. 24, leading up to the celebration of Jesus Christ’s birth at Christmas. As the ...

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 ...

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 ...

Wreaths are the centerpiece of a ritual popular with many Christian denominations. December is the month when the Northern Hemisphere grows dark, and throughout history people have sought the light ...

Advent symbolizes the church’s present situation in these “last days,” according to scripture, as God’s people wait for the return of Christ. During the holiday, the church looks back upon Christ’s ...