Dr. David Deane offers a reminder that Advent is not a mere warm-up act before Christmas, but rather the Church’s annual ...

Advent's Lent-like waiting period is exactly why churches do not immediately whip out Christmas trees at the end of Ordinary ...

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

King Charles has shared a pious statement after his tearful address at Westminster Abbey. Before the British Royal Family ...

The more we long for God, the greater his birth will be in our hearts. The more we are in need of his presence and relevance, ...

Lord, may we be engaged with You in building a future of peace and justice, joy and truth ...

Rev. Joshua K. Owens serves as the Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church in historic downtown Lumberton. He can be reached by email at [email protected].

Today, December 12 — during the season of Advent — is the annual feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe, an especially important day for Latino Catholics. But why is this day observed and what's the ...

Advent season is a reminder about the importance of Christ in people’s lives, and prepares them to celebrate Christ’s birth ...

"O Lord, How Shall I Meet You" is a perfect Lutheran hymn for the weeks before Christmas, but shoppers will never hear it between Muzak versions of "Jingle Bells" and "White Christmas" in their local ...

In the weeks before Christmas, coordinator of worship Cindy de Jong plans Calvin chapel services around the season of Advent. Recently, de Jong reflected on the significance of Advent during a busy ...