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Advent Traditions
During this busy time of year, Advent traditions help give fresh meaning to the holidays and make it easy to celebrate Advent as a family.
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St. Martin's Day
Catholics in Germany mark the feast day of St. Martin with bonfires and a parade of lanterns, an old tradition that is still alive and well.
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Advent Wreath with Children
Advent is a time of spiritual preparation. Using an Advent wreath gives children and families a visible symbol of "waiting for Christmas."
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The Promises of the Rosary
The Rosary is a very powerful prayer according to the Roman Catholic Church. Through faith and devotion it reportedly offers special graces, protections and miracles.
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A Modern Icon of the Virgin Mary
A work of art painted to represent the re-birth of an ancient English shrine to Our Lady contains images of the Virgin Mary, the rosary and the flowering of Christianity.
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What are Scapulars?
Today, Catholics commonly use many different scapulars. Find out about their origin, history, and the various types of devotional scapulars.
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