Before I was Catholic I’d never even heard of Advent, so, needless to say, I had no idea how to incorporate this liturgical season into our family’s lives after our conversion. The first year I ...

Advent is my favorite season of the church year, and I'm always looking for ways to celebrate it in my home. There are some adorable DIY Advent calendars out there, but I decided to do something a ...

I have come that they may have life, and have life abundantly. -John 10:10 As we begin our journey of hope in this Advent season, we remember God's abundance, from the Garden of Eden to the gift of ...

Celebrate Advent with C21's "Keep It Simple: The Practice of Advent Joy" Timeout! This virtual retreat was led by author, speaker, founder of Mothering Spirit, and friend of C21, Laura Kelly Fanucci.

When I was much younger (but old enough for some serious crafting), I designed a two-dimensional Advent wreath from construction paper and thumbtacked it to my bedroom wall. Each Sunday during the ...

I know, I know, you're focused on Thanksgiving right now. Just bookmark this for next week. Advent is coming! I always feel a little silly saying that, because the word "advent" actually means "coming ...

Sam Brubaker of Burnsville, Minn., places a candle near the altar for the first Sunday of Advent at the start of Mass at Mary, Mother of the Church Nov. 29, 2020. (Credit: Dave Hrbacek/The Catholic ...