It would be easy to conclude that Advent calendars—usually with 25 compartments that reveal a treat, image or scripture, used ...

The second candle that we light on the Advent wreath this Sunday reminds us of peace, and Deacon Franz Fruehwald points to ...

In her Scriptures and prayers, however, the church does not look toward Bethlehem until Dec. 17. And each year, on the second ...

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

The dictionaries highlight the advent of a single, notable person and the event of that birth, Jesus Christ, our Savior and ...

Deacon Greg Kandra provides a reflection on the readings and Gospel for the Second Sunday of Advent, Dec. 7, 2025.

Advent, the start of the church’s liturgical year, begins Sunday, Nov. 30. It is the season of preparation for Christ’s birth ...

Advent, the season leading up to Christmas, is a time of preparation for the arrival of the Christ child in many Christian ...

Growing up in my family meant a steady flow of house guests throughout the year. While it was mostly old friends and relatives, even the occasional exchange student, college student on a choir tour, ...

Jenny Marrs is taking a moment to reflect on this special time of year and remind us to prioritize what matters most.

Amidst the many products hitting Aldi's shelves this fall are a plethora of exciting advent calendars. Here are our top picks ...

On a trip to the grocery, I saw Halloween candies next to Christmas confections before Thanksgiving. In a time of hurrying, ...