Whether it’s navigating political differences, managing crowded environments or simply keeping children on their best behavior, holiday gatherings can easily become sources of anxiety.

O God, as light comes from this candle, may the blessing of Jesus Christ come to us, warming our hearts and brightening our way. May Christ our Savior bring life into the darkness of this world ...

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Celebrate the Advent season of hope and preparation with a retreat day of prayer, presentation, Mass, Penance and ...

The Advent wreath is made of four candles and a circle of branches. Before the first candle is lighted, the household gathers for this blessing. The blessing of an Advent Wreath takes place on the ...

It may be hard to shift gears toward Christmas, with its cheery lights and traditions. But in the Christian year, Advent ...

or Advent. It is a quiet time of reflection and contemplation of the upcoming feast, in contrast to the secular busy-ness of the season. During these weeks, Orthodox Christians fast from certain foods ...

Diptyque's highly-coveted advent calendar ... What's Inside: 12 mini scented candles, 6 luxurious hand creams and 6 bar soaps 'Tis the season to strike a match and light the wick with an indulgent ...

An Invitation and Response,” is set for Saturday, Dec. 7, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. This will be a Zoom event sponsored by the Benedictine Sisters ...

Enjoying summer-like weather, Trongphu Tran, 15, and Kyle Brandt, 15, both of Bethlehem, enjoy the views next to the big Advent Wreath Candles on display for the upcoming Christmas season ...

When a child comes up in church to light an Advent candle, the gospel is known not only with the mind but with the body as ...