Jonathan Roumie on faith and prayer life during Advent and always: 'God hasn't forsaken us' During the season of Advent, 'building a habit of prayer is easier than people think,' says actor.

Advent As the joy of Christmas nears, four faith leaders reveal Advent's blessings: 'We look forward with hope' 4 faith leaders reveal what Advent and the coming of Christ means to them ...

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. Saturday, July 05, 2025.

Traditionally, Christians celebrate the season of Advent during the four weeks leading up to Christmas Day. But some are expanding the observance to seven weeks for practical and religious reasons.

Prayer for the Fourth Sunday of Advent. Lord God, on this last Sunday of Advent, we thank you for the time of preparation and for the gift of your close presence. Today, ...

Hallow’s Advent Pray25 Prayer Challenge will include music from Gwen Stefani and Lauren Daigle, among other, and readings and meditations with Catholic actors Jonathan Roumie and Kevin James and ...

Scripture readings, prayer and reflection are integral to Advent. Some people light candles on an Advent wreath. For others, Advent is celebrated as a faith community with long-standing traditions.

Advent is also intended to be a season of fasting, like Lent, and both holidays are symbolized by the color purple or blue. The third Sunday of Advent — known as Gaudete Sunday — is commonly ...

She brought the figurine to Mass on the third Sunday of Advent for a blessing. The tradition of blessing the Bambinelli is believed to have begun with Pope Paul VI in 1969, and continues at three ...