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

The Third Sunday of Advent allows an opportunity to experience conversion. It's a powerful experience of God’s grace in Jesus Christ whose coming we anticipate by rejoicing always, writes Msgr. Joseph ...

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

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

The Christian season of Advent, which begins this Sunday, is a four-week period of preparation for Christmas. Advent's themes ...

We light the Advent candle, pray in a spirit of hope and go on to enjoy our dinner. This first week of Advent is making its way to the second when we will light the candle of hope and that of peace.

Readings: Isaiah 2: 1-6; Psalm 122, R. Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord.” Romans 13: 11 -14; Gospel – Matthew 24; 37-44 Today, we begin a new liturgical year with the First Sunday of ...

As the chill of December settles in and holiday lights begin to glow across neighborhoods and sanctuaries, Christians around the world turn their hearts toward one of the most cherished ...

Advent, the season leading up to Christmas, is a time of preparation for the arrival of the Christ child in many Christian ...

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

The second week of Advent focuses on finding peace by intentionally slowing down. The author suggests a practice of taking 60 ...