On the eve of the first Sunday of Advent, many people gather in their homes to kick off the liturgical season with a special prayer aimed at strengthening family ties and receiving blessings during this holy time.
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Prayer advent wreathThe roots of Christianity, an ancient Christian tradition, date back centuries. This ritual involves the use of a crown made of pine or fir branches, holding four candles, each with a specific purpose. this tradition It symbolizes expectation and hope for the coming of divine light during the Advent season.
According to ‘ACI Prensa’, in 2023, The Advent season begins on Sunday, December 3. On this day, many families and congregations begin to prepare their wreaths, which, as mentioned above, are often rings made of green branches decorated with red ornaments or bows.
These crowns embody iconic features four candlesThe lights gradually turn on every Sunday, thus marking the progress of the weeks before the Christmas celebration.
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The website ‘Catholic.net’ states: advent wreath It symbolizes several things:
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According to the ‘Faith Pills’ website, It is recommended to pray the relevant prayer on the first Sunday of Advent, Lighting the first candle of the Advent Wreath. During this period before Christmas, an additional candle is lit each Sunday, symbolizing progress towards the celebration.
prayer for The first Sunday of Advent is offered as a call to reflectionIt marks the beginning of the wait for the arrival of Baby Jesus into our lives and hearts.
To experience family mass this first Sunday, It is recommended that the Advent Wreath be placed in a special place. An atmosphere of recognition is created with soft lighting along with the image of the Virgin Mary.
Before praying, it is recommended that we prepare by coming to the presence of our Lord. During a moment of silence, everyone is invited to recite the suggested prayers together.
Cross sign:
Deliver us from our enemies with the Sign of the Holy Cross, our God, our God. In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amine.
Guide: “Our help is in the name of the Lord.”
All: “Who created the heavens and the earth?”
Directory: “In the days of Advent we remember that we wait for the Lord’s salvation. We always need His salvation. around this crown
We will remember his word.
Reading from the Prophet Isaiah 9.1-2:
“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; a light has shined on those who live in the dark land. You have increased the joy, you have increased the joy; they rejoice as they rejoice in your presence. Just as joy reigns in the distribution of the spoils in the harvest.” God sword.
All: “Praise be to You, Lord.”
Reading from Romans 13:11-12:
“You know what time we are living in and it is time to wake up. Because salvation is closer to us now than when we believed. The night is far advanced and the day is approaching. Let us abandon the works of the night and put on the armor of light.”
Pray now to Our Father and Our Lady.
HE advent This is not only a period of spiritual preparation, but also an opportunity to strengthen family ties and develop solidarity. Family prayer this first Sunday of Advent It has become a tradition that unites people around a common goal: Receive divine blessings and prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus at Christmas.
‘Desde la Fe’ magazine states: Each Sunday of Advent, a candle is lit along with a prayer, Bible reading, and hymn.. These candles represent progressive light dispelling darkness and symbolize the coming of the light of Christ at Christmas.
Each candle is linked to a specific week of Advent. Although it is not necessary to follow a specific color, it is common for: There is an Advent Wreath three purple candles and one pinkIt is in keeping with the liturgical tone of Advent, when priests wear purple as a symbol of repentance and humility before the coming of Jesus.
The pink candle has a special meaning; third Sunday of Advent, Symbolizing the joy and joy that anticipated the birth of Jesus.
fifth candle or white candle in the centerIt is especially lit on Christmas Eve, December 24th.
Also, as mentioned before, Advent Wreath colors and layout may vary. Other alternatives that can be used by activating them in the following order are:
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