A special form of wreath is the Advent Wreath, lit each evening by a designated member of the family. The wreath is very simple in design and readily assembled. All you need for materials are ...

A way to symbolize this time is to set out an advent wreath and candles ... Some even substitute blue for purple. We'll go over the meaning of each color and why the color is used.

The Advent wreath is made of four candles and a circle of branches. Before the first candle is lighted, the household gathers for this blessing. The blessing of an Advent Wreath takes place on the ...