Education in Faith

Advent - Week 1 

This Sunday is week 1 of Advent.  Advent is an important time of the year for Catholics. It begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas Day.

The word Advent comes from the Latin word which means ‘coming.’ The Lord is coming.

• The colour of Advent is purple. It is the colour of preparation and waiting.
• The Advent Wreath is in the shape of a circle as a circle has no beginning and no end. The shape of the wreath reminds us of God’s unending love for us. The green leaves remind us of the new life that Jesus brings us. 
• The wreath has 4 candles, three purple and one pink coloured. The first purple candle which we will light today, is the candle of Hope. 
• The candle reminds us that Jesus is the light of the world that comes into the darkness of our lives to bring newness, life and hope. It also reminds us that we are called to be a light to the world as we reflect the light of God's grace to others.

Prayer: 

God, you give us hope.

As we light this candle in your name, 

we ask you to help us share hope with family and friends this Advent.

Amen

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