• 1. Advent is considered a time of spiritual preparation before Christmas
  2. Advent begins on the Sunday nearest to November 30
  3. Advent 2009: November 29
  4. Earliest authentic record of Advent: 581 A.D.History.com: Advent
  5. Many Advent coloring pages are traditional images of the holiday, including Advent wreaths and candles
  6. Advent crafts often involve the making of Advent calendars
  7. Advent calendars can be made from paper or other materials, like felt
  8. The calendars can be a great way to teach children about the meaning and significance of the Advent season

• Advent Coloring pages and crafts can be an excellent way to get children involved in the spirit of the season of Advent. Everyone in the family can participate in making crafts to mark the season, like Advent wreaths with beautiful candles, or Advent calendars to help keep track of the days before Christmas. Mahalo's page contains links to sites that offer free coloring pages to download and print, and pages that offer creative crafts for both kids and adults!

• About Advent

  The Christian liturgical season of Advent begins in the weeks leading up to Christmas. The holiday period marks the beginning of the church year for most Western churches. Advent is considered a devotional period of anticipation of and reflection on, the coming birth of Jesus.CRI/Voice, Institute: The Christian Season of Advent

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