Advent

Come, let us adore him!

The season of Advent, which comes from the Latin word adventus meaning “coming” or “visit," begins four Sundays before Christmas and ends on Christmas Eve. During Advent, we prepare for, and anticipate, the coming of Christ. Whether you are inviting the community to Christmas worship or promoting special events, this collection of information, outreach and liturgical resources will help make for a more meaningful Advent and Christmas season.

Share this video with your congregation or small group to help us all better understand this blessed season. 

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Advent is the beginning of a new year of waiting, but it is an active and watchful waiting. It is tapping into the world's longing for redemption, salvation, and transformation.

Advent wreath and candles at Sixty-First Avenue United Methodist Church in Nashville, Tenn. UMNS photo by Kathleen Barry Sixty-First Avenue United Methodist Church in Nashville, TN. has 80 members who reach out to the community in a variety of ways. Copyright 2011 by Kats Barry.

The United Methodist Publishing House and Upper Room Books (a ministry of Discipleship Ministries) have new books and resources available to order or download online to help cultivate a spirit of hope during Advent.

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