The Greek Church still continues to observe the fast of Advent, though with much less rigor than that of Lent. It consists of forty days, beginning with November 14, the day on which this Church ...

Advent, from “adventus” in Latin meaning “coming,” is the season encompassing the four Sundays and weekdays leading up to Christmas, according to Britannica. In the Christian church ...

Throughout Advent, believers engage in church services, scripture readings, prayers and acts of kindness, fostering a spiritual journey toward the celebration of Christmas. Here's everything you ...

During Advent, Christians engage in various practices to prepare their hearts and minds. These may include attending church services, reading scripture, participating in prayers and performing ...

We can begin to understand the three advents by referencing what the Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches about Advent. The Catechism only speaks explicitly of the Advent season twice.

And what people are looking for, Partridge says, is the reassurance that in Advent, the church resists violence and earthly powers. Biblical readings during Advent focus on justice and peace The ...

Advent Lutheran Church, 16 Telford Ave., West Lawn, begins celebration of its 100th anniversary year with a concert by the Kutztown University Choir, under the direction of Dr. Derrick Thompson ...