By the time Joseph and Mary arrive, the only room available is a corner in the open stall area among the livestock, where a manger stands. Still, this is within the family compound, and inside they ...

User’s Guide to Dec. 18, the Fourth Sunday of Advent. Sunday, Dec. 18, is the Fourth Sunday of Advent. Mass readings: Isaiah 7:10-14; Psalm 24:1-2, 3-4, 5-6; Romans 1:1-7; Matthew 1:18-24. We ...

Behind the separation wall on Star Street in Bethlehem is an economy tied to hospitality in ways that overlap the first advent, when Mary and Joseph journeyed south to this town under Caesar’s census.

The word Advent derives from the Latin adventus, which means an arrival or visit. ... This nine-day celebration that marks the journey of Mary and Joseph is held from December 16 to 24.

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Also in this issue. In this Advent devotional from Christianity Today, we move through the cycle of morning, afternoon, and evening, each with its own tone and specific reality to press into.

Fr. Joseph Krupp of Michigan reflects on the promises made to the Virgin Mary by the Archangel Gabriel for this reflection on the Fourth Sunday of Advent.

Advent wreaths and candles are more than just pretty Christmas decorations. ... so this candle puts the focus on preparation for the King and the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem.

In Advent Scripture readings, we hear much about joy and peace. But so, too, do we hear about wrath and judgment; ... Mary and Joseph defy authority and flee the country to save Jesus.

Knitted nativity figures including Mary, Joseph, a donkey and the angel Gabriel have been offering commuters "signs of the Christmas story" throughout December. The touring miniature figures ...

Advent 2024 starts on Sunday. ... It reflects on the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem. Joy: The third candle, the Shepherd's Candle, is usually pink, representing joy.

Advent is a chance to begin again; ... hope and courage, as Mary did. ... Jesus, his mother and Joseph knew the reality of poverty firsthand.