The Advent Wreath: Light Coming Into The World

Posted on December 8, 2018 by ginny

The birth of the Advent Wreath is traced back to the 16th Century and first utilized among German Lutherans. The four candles represent the four weeks of Advent.

Three candles are purple, (though originally three candles were red) representing Expectation or Love, Hope and Purity. One candle is rose in color which represents Joy and is celebrated on Gaudete Sunday.

The Christ candle is lit on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day reminding Christians that Jesus is the light of the world. The Advent wreath is wrapped in rich symbolism. The wreath itself is shaped in a circle, a reminder of the eternal existence of God.

Bishop Michael Curry: ‘moderate religious voices’ are not being heard

Posted on October 23, 2018 by ginny

Religious leaders who fail to follow biblical commands to protect the poor and vulnerable in society cannot claim to be Christian, according to Michael Curry, the US bishop who shot to global fame after preaching at the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan in May.

Via: Bishop Michael Curry: ‘moderate religious voices’ are not being heard

Episcopalians assess damage from Hurricane Michael’s destructive tear through Southeast

Posted on October 11, 2018 by ginny

[Episcopal News Service] Episcopalians, congregations and dioceses across the Southeast again are assessing the damage and praying for the best after another powerful hurricane wreaked havoc on the communities in its path.

Via: Episcopalians assess damage from Hurricane Michael’s destructive tear through Southeast