Advent: A Season of Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love

The Advent Season

A Time of Hope, Preparation, and Expectation

The four candles of the Advent Wreath mark the progression of the season, symbolizing Hope, Faith, Joy, and Love.

Week & Theme	Scripture Reflection
1st Candle — Hope	Theme: Prophet’s Candle. Scripture: "The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light." — Isaiah 9:2
2nd Candle — Faith	Theme: Bethlehem’s Candle. Scripture: "Blessed is she who believed that the Lord would fulfill His promises." — Luke 1:45
3rd Candle — Joy	Theme: Shepherd’s Candle (Gaudete). Scripture: "Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say, rejoice." — Philippians 4:4
4th Candle — Love	Theme: Angel’s Candle. Scripture: "God so loved the world that He gave His only Son." — John 3:16

Begin each day in silence and prayer. Even five minutes of stillness opens the heart to God.
Pray the Rosary or an Advent novena — ask Our Lady to guide your preparation.
Light a candle each week at home or through our Light a Candle service as a visible prayer.
Read Scripture daily, especially Isaiah and Luke, and reflect on the promises of God.
Practice small acts of kindness: generosity, forgiveness, and service to others.

Bring the spirit of Advent into your home with these sacred items — selected to support prayer, reflection, and family devotion.

A four-candle set to mark Hope, Faith, Joy, and Love — perfect for the home wreath.

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A beautiful rosary to accompany your daily Advent prayers and meditations.

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Daily reflections and prayers for each day of Advent — a simple guide for the season.

Submit an intention and we will light a candle at the Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima in your name.

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