THE ADVENT WREATH: Bringing Church Home

During Advent and Christmas, decorated evergreen wreaths hang in windows and on doors everywhere. It’s also common to see a special wreath with four candles (usually three purple and one pink).  Traditionally, the Advent wreath is a circle of evergreen branches. It is often decorated with berries and pinecones. Both the evergreen branches and the circular shape symbolize the passing of time and eternal life. The shape of the wreath, with no beginning or end, reflects the complete and endless love that Jesus has for us.  As a Christian tradition, the wreath holds the four Advent candles. The candles represent Jesus coming as the light in darkness. One candle is lit each Sunday until all four candles are lit. As Christmas draws nearer, each candle brings a little more light into the darkness.  For your convenience and to help bring the Church to your home, we will have Advent Candles available in the Parish Hall Lobby next weekend (November 23/24) after all Masses.  Suggested donation is $5 a box.