Advent

Third Sunday of Advent: Shepherd Candle or Candle of Joy

God of the Insignificant Luke 2:8-12 “And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. …

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Second Sunday of Advent: Bethlehem Candle, the Candle of Preparation

God of the Impossible Matthew 1:18-21 “Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit. And her husband Joseph being a just man and …

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First Sunday of Advent: Prophecy Candle, the Candle of Hope

God of the Improbable Luke 1:13-17 “But the angel said to him, Do not be afraid Zechariah, for your prayer has been heard and your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son and you shall call his name John. And you will have joy and gladness and many will rejoice …