This is a topic on Christian Life and about Christmas

1. ADVENT
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2. Advent
 “Adventus”
 “coming”/ “arrival”
 a time of preparation that directs our hearts &
minds to Christ’s coming
 -includes an element of penance in the sense
of preparing, quieting, & disciplining our
hearts for the full joy of Christmas

3. SYMBOLS
Advent Wreath
evergreen color- symbolizes
everlasting life
circle shape- “no beginning, no
end”

4. SYMBOLS
 Advent Candles
 violet: signifies a time of prayer, penance,
and preparation, together with sacrifices,
paired with good works
 pink: signifies joy, “Sunday of Rejoicing”

5. Candles
a) 1st candle- HOPE- “prophecy candle”- remembrance of the
prophets who foretold the birth of Christ
b) 2nd candle- PEACE- “Bethlehem candle”- represents faith; a
reminder of Mary & Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem
c) 3rd candle- JOY- “Shepherd’s candle”- “Gaudete Sunday”-
meant to remind us of the joy that the world experienced at
the birth of Jesus
d) 4th candle- LOVE- “Angel’s candle”- reminds us of the angel’s
candle: “Peace on Earth, good will toward men”
e) 5th candle- PURITY- represents the life of Christ as our pure,
sinless savior

6. What Is the Meaning of
Christmas?
 This very act of humility and his choice to die
on the cross is cause for bowed knees and
lifted hands. I know the busyness of the
season can cause time to fly and before we
know it, the holiday has passed and we have
forgotten to celebrate why we are celebrating
it in the first place. But don’t get sidetracked—
get perspective. Choose reverence and give
honor where honor is due.

7. What Is the Meaning of
Christmas?
Certainly, enjoy the parties and food and
gifts, but don’t forget to point your heart,
family, and those around you to Christmas'
true meaning: Christ came with a plan for
our redemption.