December 5, 2023, 3:55 PM
The word “Advent” is derived from the Latin word adventus, meaning “coming,” which is a translation
of the Greek word parousia.
The first day of Advent is the first day of a new Liturgical (or church) calendar and begins a four week
period of preparation for the nativity of Jesus Christ at Christmas. The Advent Season is all about
reflecting on how we can prepare our hearts and
homes for Christ's birth in the world as it is today.
The four candles of Advent represent the four
Sundays of Advent, and they respectively symbolize hope, peace, joy, and love.
