Advent wreaths and candles are more than just pretty Christmas decorations. The arrangement of an evergreen wreath with four ...

As we approach the much-beloved Christmas holiday, millions of people in the West celebrate Advent with a number of beautiful ...

An important feature of the worship during the period is the lighting of the four Advent candles. On the evening of Sunday, the first candle, purple and symbolising hope was lit at churches and homes.

The 2024 Community Candlelight Walk returns Sunday to. A Vietnam veteran has been chosen to light the community candle.

While Bethlehem is not directly involved in the conflict, it continues to suffer under the weight of economic crisis, ...

Candy filled Advent calendars are fun, but a traditional Advent practice before and after Christmas can deepen the experience ...

It's almost time for the 2024 Advent season. Here's more about the traditions that lead up to the Christmas holiday and how ...

From ancient religious traditions to newer cultural observances, December is a time to celebrate what matters most. Some ...

“Defying fear of death, terror, and repression, Ukrainians continue to resist — they refuse to forget their history, their ...

A church in Congo has amused many people after its members were seen jumping over candles to get blessings or have their ...

Advent begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas each year, always falling between Nov. 27 and Dec. 3 and ending on ...