Although Advent calendars have become hot-ticket items, they still reflect their ancient Christian meaning, writes Matthew Robert Anderson.

Every year in December, the world celebrates Christmas. This article will explain the origins and meaning of Christmas and ...

Our modern English word "Noel" is derived from the Middle English word nowel and means "a shout of joy or Christmas song." ...

When I was growing up in the Baptist Church, having an Advent wreath with lighted candles was never something that was a part of the services. I never saw an ...

As the holiday season approaches, faith leaders in the Sonoma Valley are inviting their communities to embrace the spiritual and cultural traditions that define Hanukkah, Advent, and Christmas. From ...

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

Hang a stocking for Jesus. Fill it with notes and prayer intentions during Advent. You can pray for those intentions in the ...

Advent “Coming” begins a new liturgical year for the Church and celebrates three comings of Christ: His birth into history 2000 years ago, which split time into BC/AD (contemplate that); his coming at ...

If you’re not a Christian or Catholic, “Advent” might mean a cardboard calendar filled with chocolate, treats or beauty product samples. But for many Christians and Catholics, “Advent” is an important ...

MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WNDU) - The Saint Joseph PACE center hosted an Advent wreath crafting event as community members celebrated the Christmas season. Community members came out to craft their own Advent ...

Not to alarm you, but we’re a matter of weeks away from Christmas – and already in Advent. Advent, which begins on the Sunday closest to November 30, lasts for four weeks. This year, it started on ...