Symbols
What does the round wreath symbolize?
God has no beginning and no end.
What is the colour of Advent?
Purple is the colour of Advent.
When does Advent end?
It ends on Christmas Eve.
Which gospel has the annunciation of Jesus made to Mary?
The annunciation is made to Mary in the gospel of Luke.
What does the green of the wreath symbolize?
It is a sign of life.
What shade of purple do we use in Advent?
A royal purple is used during Advent.
How long does Advent last?
It lasts for four weeks.
Which gospel has the annunciation of Jesus made to Joseph?
The annunciation is made to Joseph in the gospel of Matthew.
What are the parts of an Advent Wreath?
Five candles and one round wreath.
When is the pink candle lit?
It is lit on the third Sunday of Advent.
When is Gaudete Sunday?
It is celebrated on the third Sunday of Advent.
Who are the main Advent characters?
Mary, Isaiah, John the Baptist.
What is one Advent word and its meaning?
Maranatha - Come Lord Jesus.
What is the middle white candle?
It is the Christ candle.
In what country did the Advent wreath originate?
It originated in Germany.
What liturgical song is NOT sung in Advent?
The Gloria is not sung during Advent.
What does the word "Advent" mean?
From the Latin word Advenio - To Come
When and what does the feast of the Immaculate Conception celebrate?
It Is celebrated on December 8th. It celebrates the conception of Mary - Conceived without sin.
When does Christmas occur?
The feast of Christmas coincides with the winter Equinox. The shortest day of the year followed by the return of longer days.