Advent

Three Advent food traditions from around the world help the faithful 'celebrate as a community'

'GATHER AND CELEBRATE'

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Three Advent food traditions from around the world help the faithful 'celebrate as a community'

In Advent and Christmas, our 'faith really comes into focus,' says Fox News' Rachel Campos-Duffy

FAITH IN FOCUS

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In Advent and Christmas, our 'faith really comes into focus,' says Fox News' Rachel Campos-Duffy

As the joy of Christmas nears, four faith leaders reveal Advent's blessings: 'We look forward with hope'

SEASON'S HOPE

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As the joy of Christmas nears, four faith leaders reveal Advent's blessings: 'We look forward with hope'

Advent is a time to slow down, reflect on the gift of 'presence,' urges Texas faith leader

ADVENT'S GIFT

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Advent is a time to slow down, reflect on the gift of 'presence,' urges Texas faith leader

Centuries-old Advent tradition, Las Posadas, shares faith-filled 'opportunities for peace'

'GOSPEL MOMENT'

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Centuries-old Advent tradition, Las Posadas, shares faith-filled 'opportunities for peace'

Here's why Mary, Mother of God, is such a key figure in the Advent season

Advent December 19, 2023

Here's why Mary, Mother of God, is such a key figure in the Advent season

Dr. Mark Mirvalle, a professor of theology at Ave Maria University in Florida, explains why Mary, the mother of Jesus is an important figure during the Advent and Christmas seasons.

Actor David Henrie, dad of three, has 'soft spot' for Box of Joy giving program for needy children

Advent December 18, 2023

Actor David Henrie, dad of three, has 'soft spot' for Box of Joy giving program for needy children

Actor David Henrie told Fox News Digital about his experience with "Box of Joy," a charitable initiative that provides Christmas gifts to children in developing countries.

Third Sunday of Advent is a time to rejoice, says South Carolina priest: 'Able to give love to others'

Advent December 17, 2023

Third Sunday of Advent is a time to rejoice, says South Carolina priest: 'Able to give love to others'

Fr. Jeffrey Kirby of South Carolina reflects on 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17, and its call to "rejoice always" and "pray without ceasing" as it relates to the holy season of Advent.

Advent music helps the faithful observe the holy season: It's 'the soundtrack of preparation'

Advent December 16, 2023

Advent music helps the faithful observe the holy season: It's 'the soundtrack of preparation'

Advent music is its own genre. While Christmas music celebrates the arrival of the infant Jesus Christ, "Advent music is the soundtrack of the Church’s preparation for Christmas."

Advent's peace ahead of Christmas outshines the culture's 'removal' of foundations of right and wrong

Advent December 15, 2023

Advent's peace ahead of Christmas outshines the culture's 'removal' of foundations of right and wrong

During this second week of Advent, four faith leaders shared thoughts with Fox News Digital about the anticipation of Christmas — and the need to honor God and pray for peace.

Advent is a time to slow down, reflect on the gift of 'presence,' urges Texas faith leader

Advent December 14, 2023

Advent is a time to slow down, reflect on the gift of 'presence,' urges Texas faith leader

Texas-based Mark Hartfiel, vice president of Paradisus Dei, reflects on the meaning of Advent and Psalm 63. The arrival of Jesus Christ is the true gift, he said.

In today's 'troubling times,' Advent's powerful messages remind Christians 'to look to God'

Advent December 13, 2023

In today's 'troubling times,' Advent's powerful messages remind Christians 'to look to God'

For the season of Advent, six leaders of faith shared their fervent thoughts about the holiday and the coming of Christmas — and what Christians and the faithful should remember.

Here's why Our Lady of Guadalupe is celebrated during Advent, the 'season of joy and hope'

Advent December 12, 2023

Here's why Our Lady of Guadalupe is celebrated during Advent, the 'season of joy and hope'

Archbishop Jose Gomez of Los Angeles explains the history and significance of Our Lady of Guadalupe, whose feast day is December 12 each year.

Advent 'virtual pilgrimage' for peace brings the Holy Land to would-be pilgrims

Advent December 11, 2023

Advent 'virtual pilgrimage' for peace brings the Holy Land to would-be pilgrims

A virtual pilgrimage is "bringing" the Holy Land directly to people's homes this Advent after the war in Israel resulted in the cancellation of many planned pilgrimages.

Christmas this year will bring hope, which the world 'sorely needs,' says North Carolina faith leader

Advent December 10, 2023

Christmas this year will bring hope, which the world 'sorely needs,' says North Carolina faith leader

Faith and culture expert Dr. Alex McFarland of North Carolina told Fox News Digital about the true meaning of Christmas — and why, this year, it brings "sorely" needed hope to many people.

Second Sunday of Advent reveals lessons about repentance and its key role, says Connecticut priest

Advent December 10, 2023

Second Sunday of Advent reveals lessons about repentance and its key role, says Connecticut priest

Fr. Colin Lomnitzer, a Connecticut priest, reflects on Mark 1:4, which talks about John the Baptist "proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins."

Faith in focus

Mom's Christian Advent toy to sell out completely as faith revival sweeps America

Mom's Christian Advent toy to sell out completely as faith revival sweeps America

First Sunday of Advent reminds us that hope is our calling even in the darkest times

First Sunday of Advent reminds us that hope is our calling even in the darkest times

Why Christmas and the birth of Jesus are all about hope, peace, joy and love

Why Christmas and the birth of Jesus are all about hope, peace, joy and love

3 Advent food traditions, each with 'its own story,' from around the world

3 Advent food traditions, each with 'its own story,' from around the world