Joy does not simply happen to us, writes Deacon Franz Fruehwald. It grows where there is space cleared by humility, softened by thankfulness, widened by compassion.

In his final reflection for Advent, Deacon Franz Fruehwald explores the quiet and resolute faith of St. Joseph. He shows us ...

In some denominations, Advent is also celebrated by the lighting of an Advent wreath, which represents Jesus coming as a light through the darkness, explains Dynamic Catholic. Set in front of the ...

The second week of Advent focuses on finding peace by intentionally slowing down. The author suggests a practice of taking 60 ...

Advent is four weeks of prayer and preparation for Christians leading up to the arrival of God in Jesus of Nazareth on ...

Advent, the season leading up to Christmas, is a time of preparation for the arrival of the Christ child in many Christian churches. There are four weeks, four Sundays of Advent, and this Sunday is ...

While you are proclaiming peace with your lips, be careful to have it even more fully in your heart. – Francis of Assisi "BETHLEHEM Candle" is the second purple candle during the second week of Advent ...

Have you heard of the “Cherry Tree Carol?” Bridget Retzloff, the curator of the Christmas exhibit Joy to the World!, explains the story behind this Christmas carol and how it relates to the largest ...

Christmas is often synonymous with Advent. In each part of the world, Christmas is celebrated in different ways, or not at ...

The third Sunday of Advent, known as Gaudete Sunday, is a time to pause and rejoice. Joy is different from happiness and can ...

The Marian Library’s last gift to you comes just in time to be a part of your Christmas gatherings or your own special moments to reflect on the season. Coloring pages and a printable ornament craft ...