MELISSA Ledwich knows the stress that comes with the lead-up to Christmas could easily overwhelm anyone. “I have three young ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. PORTLAND — During Advent, Bishop Robert Deeley plans to host a special ...

Advent has arrived. Amid the Christmas preparations, we must strive to take time to slow down and reflect on and prepare for Who is to come: Hope. Here are a few ideas to help you live well this holy ...

As Advent winds down and Christmas approaches, Fox News Digital reached out to four faith leaders for their insights into this liturgical season and their spiritual preparations for the arrival of ...

The Advent wreath is made of four candles and a circle of branches. Before the first candle is lighted, the household gathers for this blessing. In the short days and long nights of Advent, we realize ...

It can be difficult, especially with children, to keep Advent as a sacred time of preparation rather than a long, run-on feast. By the time we actually arrive at the liturgical celebration of ...

In the greater seasons of the liturgical year, my parish prays a sung blessing and dismissal by Michael Joncas and Alan Hommerding.* Each season has its own special variant. The one for Advent is: ...

As we begin Advent and prepare for the birth of Christ in all the practical ways — gift buying, tree trimming, decorating, meal planning, and more — it’s important to prepare to welcome Jesus into our ...

In the big seasons of the liturgical year my parish prays a sung blessing and dismissal by Michael Joncas and Alan Hommerding.* Each season has its own special variant. The one for Advent is: ...

St. Paul's Episcopal Church conducted an outdoor wreath and nativity blessing, right next to the church building. The event was a part of continued Christmas events across the city. Therese Fedoryka, ...