Wreaths symbolize eternity because they are in circular form, without a beginning or an end, so to speak. Before Christ came wreaths had long been in use, as symbols of fertility, victory, and the ...

Don’t look now, but Advent is already coming around again. And whatever scientists say, time is not linear, not a straight line from birth to death. It’s always looping back to decisive personal ...

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 ...

Thursday, November 13 Manhattan Village Holidays Through Wednesday, December 24. Photos with Santa, live music performances, ...

For your faithful people, Lord, life is changed, not ended.” (Funeral Liturgy, Preface for the Dead) As we enter into November, I often think about how remembering is not merely an act of the mind, it ...

For your faithful people, Lord, life is changed, not ended.” (Funeral Liturgy, Preface for the Dead) Remembering as an act of ...

The Catholic Courier’s 2025 Advent calendar will feature daily multimedia “treats” and a new contest for the entire family.

It’s almost November and time to order Advent calendars — a trend that has exploded over the past couple of years. These aren’t the Advent calendars of your childhood where ...

Debenhams shoppers can snap up a 'great' advent calendar for less than the cost of a cup of coffee when out and about. The Yankee Candle Advent Wreath would usually cost £28.99 and is currently on ...

Shoppers looking to pick up a slightly different advent calendar this year can find a Yankee Candle themed one at Debenhams for less than most high-street coffee shops charge for a cappuccino.

CVS just dropped new holiday decor and gifts. Shop expert-approved beauty Advent calendars, personalized photo ornaments — ...

December will be here before we know it and savvy shoppers have found a way to save money by starting their festive shopping early. Those looking for an alternative to the traditional chocolate advent ...