64 - Advent and CHRISTMAS!!!
from Crash Course Catholicism Hosted by Dr Caitlin West
What should we do during Advent? Have we always celebrated Christmas on the 25th December? What are the origins of the Christmas tree and the nativity scene? In this episode, we discuss one of the most beautiful and important times in the Catholic calendar. Donate via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=6WSCLFHLCDXH2 Support us on Patreon! Contact the podcast: [email protected]. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/ References and further reading/listening/viewing: The Catechism of the Catholic Church, pt. 524-526. The Catholic Encyclopedia, "Christmas" "Advent" "Gaudete Sunday" Catholic Answers, "Why is Christmas on December 25?" "Advent: What Are We Preparing For?" "How to Make Advent Useful" Catholic Straight Answers, "What is the origin of the Christmas Tree?" Aleteia, "The profound symbolism of violet and rose in Advent" "Why does Advent have 4 Sundays?" Fr Michael de Stoop, "Why you should prepare for Christmas by making a good confession" Hallow, "Advent Candles and Advent Wreaths" Fr John A. Kane. How to Make a Good Confession. St Josemaria Institute. A Short Guide to Confession. Fr Mark-Mary, Ascenscion Presents. A Guided Examination of Conscience. Examinations of Conscience for Adults, Teens, and Children Fr Mark Toups, Rejoice! Sr. Miriam James Heidland, Behold Word on Fire, The Word Became Flesh
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