Advent

Prepare the Way of the Lord

The Catechism of the Catholic Church says the goal of Advent is to make present for ourselves and our families the “ancient expectancy of the Messiah…by sharing in the long preparation for the Savior’s first coming.”

Father Diaz explains the meaning of Advent and Advent Wreath

Helpful Advent Resources

This Advent, you are invited to climb the Lord’s mountain. Journey alongside Catholics across the diocese as we prepare spiritually for the coming of Christ at Christmas.

For each of the four weeks of Advent, find encouragement on your journey and know that you don’t walk alone. Be fed by inspiring videos each week, accompanied by tools like reflection questions, digital wallpapers and more. Explore everything using the resource cards below. 

https://www.arlingtondiocese.org/preparetheway/

https://www.usccb.org/prayer-worship/liturgical-year/advent

https://bible.usccb.org/readings/calendar

http://www.usccb.org/resources/Advent-Calendar-2022.pdf

What else is happening during Advent?