This period, known as Emmanuel or "God with us," shifts the focus from anticipation to presence. Five candles burn on the ...

In some denominations, Advent is also celebrated by the lighting of an Advent wreath, which represents Jesus coming as a light through the darkness, explains Dynamic Catholic. Set in front of the ...

In the first week of Advent, we considered the threshold of the “I don’t know,” leaving behind our yearning for certainty and ...

Joy does not simply happen to us, writes Deacon Franz Fruehwald. It grows where there is space cleared by humility, softened by thankfulness, widened by compassion.

The fourth Sunday of Advent is symbolized by lighting the final candle on the wreath, representing love. This Advent season ...