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

“Dear friends, Advent is the season of the presence and expectation of the eternal. For this very reason, it is in a ...

An Advent wreath is circular and symbolizes everlasting life and unending love. The arrangement is used to put our attention ...

Advent begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas. This year, Advent began Nov. 30, the start of the new liturgical year.

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

What are the four candles on Advent wreaths? Where do Advent calendars come from? What is the holiday's true meaning? We've ...

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

The Catholic Church’s universal character is evident in the Rochester Diocese as cultural communities celebrate their Advent ...

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

As Pilgrims of Hope our Advent observances recall and solidify our hope in the loving mercy of God and in His abiding presence in our lives and in the life of the Church. We prayerfully recognize that ...

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

For Deacon Franz Fruehwald, Christmas with its decorations and shopping seems to arrive earlier each year. It’s easy to get distracted, which is why Advent helps us stay alert and prepare for the Lord ...