As you know from yesterday's post, I intended to drive over to Holy Family Bookstore. Unfortunately, it was closed by the time I got there.Family Christian Store, however, was still open.The Belgian Wonder and I stopped in and asked if they had Advent candles.The clerk pointed to a big display. "Yes, right over there where it says 'Advent Celebration.'"Of course that's … [Read more...]
The Advent of Our Advent
The church I attended as a child did some things for Advent, though I don't remember much. I think that candles were lit and the color purple was involved. Also, I recall white ornaments with Christian symbols hanging on a large Christmas tree in the foyer.All of those colors and details were associated with church. It never occurred to me that someone might observe Advent … [Read more...]