Advent candles meaning

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Learn the meaning and history behind the traditional Advent wreath and Advent candles.

Find Advent ideas for families that help you keep the season simple and faithful, plus learn about Comfort and Joy: An Advent Bible Study for Families! Capture the joy of the Advent season, connect the truths of Jesus’ birth with your life, and connect with your kids this Christmas and learn about Jesus' coming, even if you only have a few minutes a day! Daily devotions, activities, crafts, Advent carols and ideas for serving together.

Happy Gaudete Sunday - the third Sunday of Advent

Unpacking the meaning of the Christmas advent wreath candles happened in my recent talk at our church MOPS program. I was asked to talk, and I prayed about it. The prayer went something like this, “Lord, if you want me to say ‘yes” to the MOPS talk, just give me something to talk about.” Immediately,...Read More

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How to celebrate Advent, why candles during Advent, when does Advent start? What does Advent mean? Jesus, liturgical churches

This printable has lots of interesting information about the history, meaning and, workings of ADVENT. Enjoy! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR COPY

Growing up the Advent wreath was always part of our pre-Christmas traditions with a prominent place in the middle of our dining room t...

The first time I ever saw an Advent wreath was at my Aunt Pat's house. We didn't light Advent candles in the church I grew up in, so she was the one who first taught me about the meaning behind the wreath. She explained that there was one candle for each of the four Sundays before Christmas, and eac

I’m not sure when or how it happened, but Advent somehow got hijacked and watered down in many homes into the form of a Christmas countdown with goodies inside to open each day. There’s certainly nothing wrong with a good old Advent calendar, but there’s so much more to Advent than tucking a piece of candy into a little pocket. Here's what you need to know to celebrate Advent.

Christ comes right to your Christmas tree and looks at your family tree and says, “I am your God, and I am one of you, and I’ll be the Gift, and I’ll take you. Take Me?” – Ann VosKamp I’…

Join us for the Fourth Sunday of the Advent season and celebration! ⠀⠀ The fourth candle is called The Love or Angel Candle. It reminds us God is love. He is in control of all things, so we receive peace and love from the Holy Spirit. He is love and truly the giver of peace back then, now, and in the future. ⠀⠀ Join Jennifer Wake on our blog today as she shares the meaning of the advent wreath and the lighting of each candle between now and Christmas Day. #christianmilitarywomen #advent

Find the meaning behind the Advent wreath including traditional colors and symbolism. Also included find readings and music for each Sunday of Advent.

Some think celebrating Advent is just for liturgical churches, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth! In fact, more and more evangelical and non-denominational churches are adding elements of Advent into their worship services to bring some pause and intentionality into this season leading up to the birth of Christ. Advent is a simple acknowledgment of the season of waiting. If Advent isn’t in your current church tradition, consider introducing your small church to Advent.

Wondering about the meaning behind wreaths and advent candles? 🕯️✨ This post unpacks the beautiful traditions and deep symbolism tied to these timeless Christian practices. Perfect for your Advent preparations! #adventtraditions #faithsymbols #wreathsandcandles #christianpractices