by The Candlelighter | day-4, fun to do
A Promise with Many Colors God said, “This is the sign of the covenant I am making between me and you and every living creature with you, a covenant for all generations to come: I have set my rainbow in the clouds, and it will be the sign of the covenant between... 
by The Candlelighter | good to know, little bits
What is the Jesse Tree, you ask? This is one tradition that is used during Advent by many families. Never heard of this tradition before? I find many people unfamiliar with this way to observe Advent. Its roots go back to the Middle Ages, and was a way to trace the... by The Candlelighter | advent, lovely to think
Todays scripture is Hebrews 13: 1-2, the ornament for the day is an angel. Angels figure prominently in the advent of Jesus. From the annunciation to the appearance to the shepherds in the fields near Bethlehem, we know that angels were rejoicing and eager to serve... 
by The Candlelighter | advent basics, fun to do
Colors of Advent Advent and Christmas have traditional liturgical colors. The colors of Advent are purple and pink, while the colors of Christmas are white and gold. Christmas decorations in these colors make beautiful decorating themes. White and gold have so much... by The Candlelighter | advent basics, preparations
I personally discovered the tradition for a Jesse tree advent while writing this blog. Our family had begun the Advent log for each day’s devotions when my children were quite little. In my own childhood, I grew up with the Advent wreath with four candles. Since...
