Celebrating Advent: 6 Unique Traditions Around the World
Processions, baking, hanging red lanterns—and roller skating to church—mark this Advent season.
Processions, baking, hanging red lanterns—and roller skating to church—mark this Advent season.
Advent candles, wreaths—and of course, Advent calendars—are among the most commonly recognized symbols of the season.
The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.—Isaiah 9:2 (NIV)
God will meet all your needs according to the riches of His glories in Christ Jesus.—Philippians 4:19 (NIV)
Surprise your loved ones this holiday season with these small, but meaningful gifts.
Whether it’s a new marriage or baby, a divorce or death, once familiar get-togethers need to adapt. Here’s some help.
And the angel said unto them, Fear not:v for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.—Luke 2:10 (KJV)
For no matter how many promises God has made, they are “Yes” in Christ. And so through him the “Amen” is spoken by us to the glory of God. 2 Corinthians 1:20—(NIV)
And Mary said, “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” And the angel departed from her.—Luke 1:38 (ESV)
After the damage, her Christmas tree remained untouched—a reminder that God was always nearby.
Visit the town of North Pole, Alaska, where you can visit the Santa Claus house, candy-cane light posts and a 42-foot statue of ol’ Saint Nick.
It’s exciting to think about refreshing our lives and routines in a new season. But before you begin, there’s a first step you need to take.