Advent is a four-week season dedicated to reflective preparation for the arrival, "advent", of Jesus Christ's Nativity at Christmas time as well and Christ's expected return in the Second Coming.

Advent, like Christmas, is a season of expectation, celebration, and hope connected to the birth of the prophesied Messiah and the promise of Christ’s subsequent ministry. A few historical accounts ...

And for the very first time ever, Burger King is giving customers a way to find surprises throughout the season. This week, Burger King announced its limited-edition BK Advent Calendar ...

Behind each day, you'll find a 2-ounce package of beans, enough for a cup or two. Looking for a unique Advent calendar ... 24-pack of colorful socks from Happy Socks, which come in a range ...

Cat Lefever thought she had stumbled on a calendar the whole family could enjoy, until she discovered something unexpected ...

On the first Sunday of Advent, we’re all supposed to start using the new Lectionary mandated by the bishops. You may not ...

They are not allowed to do that. Good news is if you miss the first phase of advent calendars, new varieties will be released later this month and in early December.

Happy Thanksgiving week. I will take some time ... 25 and continuing through Advent each Monday at 1 and 6:30 p.m. at the Whitneyville UMC. Everyone is invited to attend. The “Hanging of the Greens” ...

It includes 18 mini-builds, Darth Vader's Castle and a Minikit from the first ... happy. Cats will enjoy counting down to Christmas with an interactive toy revealed each day in this Cat Advent ...

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Traditionally, Advent calendars count down the days until Christmas. Some classic options have chocolate, caramels or other sweet treats hidden behind little doors, while others require you to ...