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

As Advent begins on November 30, 2025, we explore the rich history and symbolism behind this Christian season of preparation ...

The more we embody the Holy One, who negotiates and arbitrates among all peoples and across all cultures and nations, the ...

The Christian season of Advent, which begins this Sunday, is a four-week period of preparation for Christmas. Advent's themes ...

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Advent begins this Sunday, inviting Christians into a season of reflection, patience, and hope as they prepare their hearts ...

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

PRAYER: Gracious Father, we pray, this day for the grace for the ability to be agents of justice and mercy, so that we may be ...

For Deacon Franz Fruehwald, Christmas with its decorations and shopping seems to arrive earlier each year. It’s easy to get ...

Despite 2025's global wars and crises, the season of Advent reveals how hope endures through the darkness, drawing on ...

The first week of Advent is being marked with a new community tradition at Gateway Mall. Organizer Mike Connelly joined us to share details about the Parade of ...