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Living Advent with hope and charity: lessons from Mother Teresa’s sisters
For the Missionaries of Charity, whose charism is to serve “the poorest of the poor,” Advent isn’t just for a... Read more
The beauty and power of the O Antiphons
These seven ancient prayers remind us there is more to Advent than simply preparing for Christmas. Read more
PHOTOS: Holy Land Christians begin another Advent in the midst of war
This past weekend, the people in Bethlehem welcomed the friars of the Custody of the Holy Land, led by the... Read more
‘Raise your heads,’ Pope Francis tells faithful in first Advent message amid multiple conflicts
Pope Francis on Sunday addressed cosmic upheavals, modern anxieties, and current conflicts while emphasizing hope and spiritual vigilance. Read more
Advent 2024: 4 Catholic resources to help you grow in your faith
As calendars get filled up and preparations are made, these four resources can help you get ready to enter into... Read more
Yes, you need to go to Mass twice this weekend — for Sunday and for Christmas
The fourth Sunday of Advent falls on Christmas Eve. That means the faithful must attend two Masses in a row... Read more
PHOTOS: Pope Francis honors Virgin Mary on solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Pope Francis prayed in front of a statue of the Immaculate Conception near Rome’s Spanish Steps, which sits atop a... Read more
Mexican exorcist warns against ‘vampires’ that can draw you away from God during Advent
“In the spiritual life our vampires are our bad habits, especially vices,” the exorcist said. “They enter our lives slowly,... Read more
Everything you need to know about the Advent wreath
Advent wreaths are traditionally made from evergreen branches and have four candles, which represent the four weeks of Advent. Read more
What is Advent anyway?
Need a refresher on Advent? Here’s some info that can help you live a great Advent this year. Read more
Advent 2023: 5 Catholic resources to help prepare your heart for the birth of Jesus
With the hustle and bustle of holiday festivities, it’s easy to lose track of what truly makes this time of... Read more
Here are Pope Francis’ liturgies for Christmas 2023 at the Vatican
As the season of Advent draws near, the Vatican has published the schedule of Pope Francis’ liturgies for Christmas through... Read more
Celebrate the joy of the season with ‘The Great Big Christmas Show’
Join Father David Michael Moses and other Catholic social media personalities on Dec. 12 for this livestreamed Christmas variety show. Read more
PHOTOS: Vatican Christmas tree lighting ceremony 2022
A large hand-carved wooden nativity scene was unveiled in St. Peter Square on Saturday night at the Vatican’s Christmas tree... Read more
Pray with the cast of ‘The Chosen’ this Advent season on Hallow
This Advent, Hallow, a Catholic meditation and prayer app, invites us to dive further into the journey that led to... Read more
Don’t let Christmas take you by surprise: lessons for Advent from the Church
The Church provides songs, signs, and symbols to enter into the season of Advent more fruitfully. Read more
Detroit bishop calls for penitential Advent after passage of abortion initiative
“Abortion is now legal in Michigan at an unprecedented level, and millions of lives are at stake. We must pray... Read more
Advent 2022: Check out some of our favorite Advent calendars for 2022
The U.S. bishops’ conference says Advent calendars “can help you fully enter into the season ... to prepare you spiritually... Read more
Assisi is illuminated with Giotto’s frescoes this Christmas season
Assisi debuted its Giotto Christmas light display in December 2020, but Italy’s coronavirus restrictions last year prevented people from visiting. Read more
'Mary on the Mantel'? Think 'Elf on the Shelf', but Catholic
Elf on the Shelf? How about helping kids live Advent with Mary on the Mantle? Read more
