For many people who observe Christian traditions, Advent is a special season that begins on Dec. 1 and lasts until Dec. 24, leading up to the celebration of Jesus Christ’s birth at Christmas. As the ...

The word "advent" means "coming," and the month of December is the season of Advent where we wait expectantly and get our hearts ready for Christmas and the celebration of Christ's birth. A way to ...

This 12-day advent calendar from candle brand Voluspa comes in a festive red-and-green patterned box that opens up like a big ...

For most Christians, today marks the start of Advent, a time of anticipation and preparation for Christmas, the Holy Day marking the very reason for the religion. And while it has deep meaning to the ...

This Third Sunday of Advent is called Gaudete (rejoice) Sunday. Pope Francis has consistently called us to live with joy, most especially in his apostolic exhortation "The Joy of the Gospel," in which ...

December 15, 2024, is the third Sunday of Advent, known in many Christian traditions as Gaudete Sunday. The name stems from the Latin Vulgate translation of Philippians 4:4: Gaudete in Domino semper.

‘Tis the season, as they say. And while it seems far too early to share that sentiment, it really is nearly the holiday season. We barely just finished Halloween; now that’s scary. Regardless, if you ...

Mark Hancock, CEO of Trail Life USA, based in Greenville, South Carolina, shared with Fox News Digital his thoughts on Advent this year amid a time of turmoil and distress — but also a period of hope, ...

Waiting is rarely easy for anyone, but it can be especially difficult for children. Watching the clock until recess, waiting in line at lunch, or taking turns with a favorite toy can stretch even the ...