What is an “advent?”
An “advent” is a coming or arrival, especially of something extremely important. It comes from the Latin word for “arrival.”
What does Advent season prepare for?
The coming of Jesus Christ at Christmas and at the end of the world.
How many years ago was Jesus born?
About 2,014 years ago. That event is fittingly the basis our calendar, for Jesus’ Incarnation is the center of history.
When will Jesus come again in glory?
We do not know precisely, so we must always be ready and prepared for Him.
Why do Isaiah & St. John the Baptist feature in our Sunday readings?
These two prophets preached the coming of the Jewish Messiah and the Kingdom of God He would establish.
What does purple symbolize?
Purple is an ancient symbol for royalty. Jesus will come to us as the King of kings.
Why an Advent wreath?
The evergreen branches woven into a circle symbolize eternity and everlasting life.
Why four Advent candles?
They count the four Sundays that precede Christmas.
Why is one candle different?
One candle is rose-colored to mark the 3rd Sunday of Advent.
What is special about the 3rd Sunday?
It marks (more or less) the halfway point on our journey to Christmas. It is called Gaudete Sunday.
What does “Gaudete” mean?
Gaudete means “rejoice” in Latin.
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November 27, 2014 at 6:16 pm |
JMJ
Hi Father :),
In your answer to the question about the different candle, I think the computer ate your “3rd” in front of “Sunday of Advent”…
December 7, 2014 at 11:12 pm |
Thanks for the 2nd look.