Rev. Chris McCreight says we should approach our scriptures with the idea that they aren't always only about Jesus.

As Advent begins on November 30, 2025, we explore the rich history and symbolism behind this Christian season of preparation ...

The First Sunday in Advent is a time to reflect on spiritual awakening. Discover its meaning and importance in your faith ...

One way some Christian nonprofits mark the season is by offering free online daily devotionals on hope, peace, joy and love.

As Advent approaches and the hustle and bustle of the holiday season begins to make its way into our lives, here are five ...

Advent is linked to the Advent wreath, made from a circle of evergreen leaves used to represent eternal life. There are also ...

The 2025 digital Advent calendar from the Catholic Courier features 26 windows visitors can open to reveal multimedia “treats ...

(RNS) — The Scripture readings during Advent are a mix of comfort and challenge. On the one hand, the readings from Deutero-Isaiah (Isaiah 40-56) offer us comfort. The author was speaking to Jewish ...

The Sacred Music Department at the Franciscan University of Steubenville invites the community to its annual Advent Lessons and Carols celebration at 7 p.m. Friday in the newly renovated Christ the ...

SAN FRANCISCO — “Ignorance of the Scriptures is ignorance of Christ,” said St. Jerome. If that’s true, then lots of Catholics are getting to know Christ very well indeed. In the past year, nearly ...

Advent, the start of the church’s liturgical year, begins Sunday, Nov. 30. It is the season of preparation for Christ’s birth ...

Since ancient times, Romans 13 has been read by Christians at Advent. To wake up spiritually to the reality of Christ's presence ...