Advent, by contrast, in the Christian world is a special time of waiting ... 2024, Advent begins on De. 1 and ends Dec. 24. For approximately four weeks during Advent ... Joy is felt in little ...

On the third Sunday of Advent, it is traditional to celebrate Joy with the “Shepherds” candle. This third Sunday is also called Gaudete Sunday, and a literal translation here is to “rejoice.” ...

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.

While Advent begins in the dark, the darkness has not overcome the light (John 1:5). When we were planning this issue, our editor in chief, Russell Moore, reminded me of some lines from “O ...

Advent calendars like the one O’Brian bought trace their origins to Germany in the 1800s, but the spiritual practice of Advent goes much further back. Church records suggest it was already in ...

Advent is a season of anticipation. For me, it is a magical time, a time when Christians await the joyful celebration of Christ’s birth. It offers an opportunity to take stock of the year that ...

Advent, by contrast, in the Christian world is a special time of waiting ... 2024, Advent begins on De. 1 and ends Dec. 24. For approximately four weeks during Advent ... Joy is felt in little ...

Advent, by contrast, in the Christian world is a special time of waiting ... 2024, Advent begins on De. 1 and ends Dec. 24. For approximately four weeks during Advent ... Joy is felt in little ...