CLF EXAMS 2ND QUARTER Flashcards
is a season of the liturgical year observed in most Christian denominations as a time of expectant waiting and preparation for both the celebration of the Nativity of Christ at Christmas and the return of Christ at the Second Coming.
Advent
is the beginning of the liturgical year in Western Christianity and is part of the wider Christmas and holiday season.
Advent
God took on human nature to be with us, to be the Emmanuel, which means _______.
God is with us.
first purple candle, which means hope
Prophecy Candle
second purple candle, which means peace
Bethelem Candle
third pink candle, which means joy
Sheperd Candle
fourth candle, which means love
Angel’s Candle
The word Advent comes from the Latin advenio, ___________, and refers to the coming of Christ.
“to come to”
As during Lent, priests wear ______, and the Gloria (“Glory to God”) is omitted during Mass.
purple vestments
The only exception is on the Third Sunday of Advent, known as _______, when priests can wear __________
Gaudete Sunday, rose-colored vestments
The word “Advent” is derived from the Latin word adventus, meaning “coming,” which is a translation of the Greek word _________
Parousia
Eventually, the ___________ was created out of evergreens, symbolizing everlasting life in the midst of winter and death. The circle reminds us of God’s unending love and the eternal life He makes possible
Advent wreath
_________, are sometimes added. Their red color points ahead to Jesus’ sacrifice and death.
Holly and berries
________ can symbolize the new life that Jesus brings through His resurrection.
Pinecones
a ___________ is placed in the middle and is lit on Christmas Day to celebrate Jesus’ birth.
fifth white candle
