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Advent is a season of anticipation, joy, and love as we look forward to Christmas and the coming of Christ. One of the best ways to celebrate and live these themes is to spend time with family. But it’s not always easy to get everyone together, especially with all the activities that seem to dominate our December calendars.

Why are Advent wreaths so meaningful? Learn about the rich symbolism and history of this classic Advent tradition.

Advent is a season of anticipation, excitement, and joy. So it only makes sense that we want to observe and celebrate each day with decorations, family traditions, and prayer. To get the most out of each day, it’s a good idea to prepare for Advent well before the season begins. This list of six tips for preparing for Advent will make sure you are ready to observe the season the moment Advent Sunday arrives.

The month leading up to Christmas is popularly known as the Christmas Season. But in a liturgical sense, the Christmas Season does not start until Christmas Day. The four weeks leading up to Christmas is known as Advent, a liturgical season focused on anticipating the birth of Jesus Christ.

Advent calendars are almost ubiquitous throughout the month of December. In supermarkets, drug stores, and anywhere else you might find candy for sale, you’ll see a display of Advent calendars. But many people do not know what an Advent calendar really is, or what it represents. This Christian tradition goes beyond a daily chocolate for […]

This year the feasts of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Immaculate Heart of Mary fall on June 24th and 25th. Celebrated 19 days after Pentecost, the dates of these two feasts change each year. These celebrations, while side-by-side on the calendar, have their own unique origins.

Looking for a baptism gift that is both meaningful and lasting? We’ve compiled a selection of beautiful baptism rosaries and other gifts to choose from.

Get ready for Divine Mercy Sunday with these prayers for the intercession of St. Faustina, as well as prayers she recorded during her visions when Jesus revealed His Divine Mercy.

The words you write today may be words this young person reflects on throughout their life. The gift of wisdom is one of the greatest gifts you can depart to someone in the early stages of their journey with Christ.

If you are celebrating your own Confirmation or that of a loved one, these quotes by Saints and Church leaders will call to mind the significance of this Sacrament now and for years to come.