Traditions
This is the name of the calendar that counts down the days to Christmas during Advent
Advent Calendar
The Advent wreath traditionally has this many candles
4
This Gospel begins with the story of John the Baptist, often read during Advent
Gospel of Mark
This is the most common symbol of the Advent season, often lit in homes and churches.
Advent Wreath
In Germany, children receive small gifts or chocolates during this Advent custom.
Advent Calendar
Advent begins on ___________ day of the week each year
Sunday
This is the colour of the candle lit on the third week of Advent, symbolizing joy
pink
Advent scriptures often reference this Old Testament prophet who foretold the coming of the Messiah
Who is Isaiah
The Advent hymn “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” asks for the Messiah to do this.
Ransom captive Israel
In Mexico, this Advent tradition involves re-enacting Mary and Joseph’s search for shelter.
Las Posadas
The traditional length of Advent is this many weeks
4 weeks
The circular shape of the Advent wreath symbolizes this
Gods Everlasting Love
This phrase from Isaiah is often read during Advent: “Prepare the way of the ______.”
Lord
This plant is often associated with Advent and Christmas due to its red and green colors.
Pointsetta
This Scandinavian country celebrates St. Lucia Day during Advent, with a procession of girls in white dresses
Sweden
This is the traditional liturgical color used in Advent decorations and vestments
Purple
This naturally occurring element is traditionally used to make an Advent wreath
Evergreen branches
The Magnificat, a prayer associated with Mary, is found in this Gospel.
This star-shaped symbol is a reminder of the star that led the wise men to Jesus.
Star of Bethlehem
In the Philippines, this colorful festival held during Advent features lanterns called “parols”.
Giant Lantern Festival
The Latin word “Adventus,” from which Advent gets its name, means this
Coming
Some Advent wreaths include a fifth candle placed in the center to be lit on Christmas Day. This candle is called this
Christ Candle
The “O Antiphons,” sung during Advent, are the basis for this famous hymn.
O’ Come, O’ Come, Emmanuel
The Jesse Tree tradition uses ornaments to tell stories from this
The bible or Jesus’ family tree
In Orthodox Christian traditions, Advent is known as this fasting season.
The Nativity Fast