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Some churches use Bright Blue to symbolize the night sky, the anticipation of the impending announcement of the King’s coming, or to symbolize the waters of Genesis 1, the beginning of a new creation. Some churches, including some Catholic churches, use blue violet ( Sarum blue) to preserve the traditional use of purple while providing a visual distinction between the purple or red violet of Lent. What About Red and Green? A blank Christmas coloring countdown. Your child can draw a picture for each of the numbered days of advent and then give it as a gift to a sibling or friend to color in As I looked, thrones were placed, and the Ancient of Days took his seat; his clothing was white as snow, and the hair of his head like pure wool; his throne was fiery flames; its wheels were burning fire." ( Daniel 7:9, ESV). This article is part of our larger Christmas and Advent resource library centered around the events leading up to the birth of Jesus Christ. We hope these articles help you understand the meaning and story behind important Christian holidays and dates and encourage you as you take time to reflect on all that God has done for us through his son Jesus Christ!

Holy God, at times our world seems joyless. Let us turn our focus on you and rejoice! We bow down in worship and praise you. You are worthy of all honor and praise. As the wise men followed the star on a cross-country journey, they must have wondered how long this journey would take. And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David, a Savior, who is Christ the Lord” ( Luke 2:10-11). The Fourth Sunday of Advent’s Purple Candle Signifies Love It is a time to ponder the prophecies about the promised Messiah. We begin the season with a mindset that creates hope in our hearts.The light of the world sweeps away the darkness in our world and in our hearts. We seek him and, in joy, find him. If you want to try something a little different to a traditional advent calendar then we’ve got a few ideas for you that are perfect for making memories together during the festive period. The closer one gets to Christmas, the more the candles get lit, and the brighter it shines. Advent moves us through the prophecies about Christ, to the hope he provides, to the joy he brings, and the love he gives. As we move through each week, the wreath glows brightly with significance. Let's take a look at the different advent candle colors and their beautiful meaning and symbolism. The First Sunday of Advent’s Purple Candle Signifies Hope

The Christ candle is the fifth Advent candle, placed in the center of the wreath as a white candle. Holy God, your love for us is amazing. You sent your son who left his glory and throne to confine himself to the dependent state of a newborn, toddler, and child. It is a mystery for which we are so grateful and one in which we hold our arms wide open to receive. Yet, their joy was exceedingly great when they found the young Jesus. May our joy be great as we find you this Christmas season. You’re more than an Elf on a Shelf that pops up here and there, you’re with us always. We rejoice in you. In Jesus’ name, Amen. A Prayer for Love Christmas gives us time to concentrate on the wonder of Jesus’ birth and what it means to us. Many families mark this time with family activities that center their focus on Jesus. One of these activities is an Advent Wreath. A central element of this traditional activity is the use of carefully chosen candle colors that hold deep symbolic significance. As we dive into the symbolism of these Advent candle colors, we uncover the powerful meaning that enhances our understanding of the Advent seasons spiritual journey. Each color serves as a beacon of hope, love, joy, and peace, guiding us through the weeks leading up to the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. In this article, we will explore the meanings behind the Advent candle colors and the role they play in this sacred and joyous season. What Does Advent Mean and Why We Celebrate It

A Prayer for Love

Advent is the beginning of the Church Year for most churches in Western tradition. It begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas Day, which is the Sunday nearest November 30 th, and ends on Christmas Eve, December 24 th. The focus of the entire season is the celebration of the birth of Jesus the Christ in his First Advent, and the anticipation of the return of Christ the King in his Second Advent. Biblical Themes in Advent We’ve also got loads of suggestions for a book advent calendar so you can share a story with your child every night of the month of December up to Christmas itself.