As we pulled out the Thanksgiving leftovers for a weekend meal, we found ourselves preparing to celebrate the first Sunday of Advent. As much of 2024 time seems to be accelerated at a far quicker pace ...
Advent begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas each year, always falling between Nov. 27 and Dec. 3 and ending on ...
Advent symbolizes the church’s present situation in these “last days,” according to scripture, as God’s people wait for the ...
The third Sunday of Advent — known as Gaudete Sunday — is commonly marked by the use of rose-colored candles and vestments ... the holiday season, priests wear purple or blue and churches ...
The third Sunday of Advent — known as Gaudete Sunday — is commonly marked by the use of rose-colored candles and vestments ... the holiday season, priests wear purple or blue and churches ...
An Italian Gaudete Sunday Chasuble, 17th century, Trent, embroidered silk and gold thread © Diocesan Museum of Trent, Italy.