CELEBRATING ADVENT

The Advent season begins Sunday, December 1st, and is a wonderful way to look back to what God has done for us, while also looking forward to His future Second Coming. Discover our a video collection, containing 5 videos, to engage with the 4 weeks of Advent. We hope that this free resource is a blessing and encouragement to your body of believers.

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HISTORY OF ADVENT

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HISTORY OF ADVENT

What is Advent? Advent is from a Latin word meaning “coming” and has existed in the Christian church since at least the fifth century. It begins the fourth Sunday before Christmas, marking four weeks of distinct themes related to aspects of Christ’s birth.

Specific to the Advent tradition is the Advent wreath. This wreath features four candles, often including a fifth white candle in the center. In the Catholic tradition, the four main candles include three violet or purple candles, symbolizing penance, and a rose candle for the third Sunday to represent Gaudete Sunday, a term meaning “to rejoice” in Latin.

Protestant churches also sometimes use four red candles as a color associated with Christmas along with a white center candle that is lit at either a Christmas Eve or Christmas Day service. The white candle represents the birth of Christ and His coming or “Advent” to earth. Many add that it represents Jesus as the light of the world.

In many Protestant traditions, the four wreath candles symbolize hope, peace, love, and joy. Each week also includes a biblical reading. As you focus on Advent, you can also prepare your heart for the Christmas season. While many will focus on the foods, gifts, or time with loved ones, don't forget the true reason for Christmas—the celebration of Christ's Advent as Emmanuel, God with us.

ADVENT VIDEO COLLECTION

This original collection of Advent videos focuses on the themes associated with each week of Advent: hope, love, joy, and peace. With beautiful imagery and poignant messages, this collection is an engaging option for church groups or as a personal reminder of the “reason for the season.”

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GOD OF ALL | PDF

Advent is a time-honored tradition within the Christian faith. It marks a period of anticipation and preparation for the celebration of Christ's birth. This sacred season, spanning the four weeks before Christmas invites believers to reflect on themes of hope, love, joy, and peace.

We have developed a weekly Advent resource combining Advent videos and prayers inspired by the rich legacy of Puritan Prayers. Our writer, has written contemporary reflections on the themes of hope, love, joy, and peace. We encourage you, your small group, or your family to use these as you engage in Advent this year

Included are:

* Advent Videos - Access a collection of Advent-themed videos that encourage reflection on the hope, love, joy, and peace of Christ.

* Guided Prayers - Engage with guided prayers intended to accompany the Advent videos.

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ADVENT KIDS PIECE | PDF

Discover the wonder and meaning of Advent with your children through our free kids' Advent study guide!

Advent is more than just a countdown to Christmas—it's a special time for children to understand the deeper meaning of the season and grow in their faith. Through our engaging once-a-week study guide, your family will journey through the four weeks of Advent, exploring themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.

In this study guide, you'll find a page for each week's theme, including a coloring section, a QR code linking to a weekly video, and an age-appropriate devotional to bring the Christmas story to life.

Perfect for children ages 2-10, our kids Advent study guide helps transform the excitement of waiting for Christmas into opportunities for spiritual growth and family connection.

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