Advent is a season of hope, anticipation, and joyful waiting that marks the preparation for the second coming of Jesus Christ. It begins four weeks before Christmas on November 29th and ends on December 24th. During Advent, Christians reflect on Jesus' first coming as a baby in Bethlehem and anticipate his second coming. The colors of Advent symbolize this meaning - purple represents expectation and repentance, while pink represents the impending joy of Jesus' arrival. Advent is an important time for Christians to contemplate God's amazing love shown through Jesus.