For centuries, Christians have observed Advent
and Christmas as sacred seasons.

Advent is a season of expectation, when we prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ. Christmas is a season of celebration, when we joyously commemorate His birth. Here at KeepingAdvent.com, we invite you to rediscover these ancient patterns of faith.

 
 

Learn about Advent: its roots in the Church Calendar, why it's observed, and how it's different than Christmas. 

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Christmas is a reminder of hope fulfilled – confirmation that God keeps His promises.

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Resources to help you, your family, and church journey through the seasons with expectancy and joy.

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FEATURED RESOURCE: A Family Guide to the Seasons (2024-2025)

Download this free guide to help you and your family journey through Advent and Christmas with expectancy and joy.

 

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The Great "O Antiphons" of Advent
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The Great "O Antiphons" of Advent
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The eternal-now of Advent
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Perhaps more than any other season of the Church Calendar, Advent is saturated with a sense of eternity.

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Resources for a blessed and fun St. Nicholas Day.

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Songs for Advent
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The "Story of Christmas" Advent Calendar
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The "Story of Christmas" Advent Calendar
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Our kids love using an Advent calendar to count the days to Christmas. 

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Free online Advent devotionals
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Free online Advent devotionals
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These three online devotionals will help you pause and reflect through the Advent season.

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Themes for Advent
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Themes for Advent
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The themes for each week of Advent accentuate different biblical truths during the season.

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Resources for Advent
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Check out these wonderful Advent resources from our pastors, Glenn and Holly Packiam.

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The Advent Storybook: an Advent devotional for kids
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Antonie Schneider's Advent Storybook: 24 Stories to Share Before Christmas will enrich your kids' and your own journey through Advent.

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Watch for the Light: an Advent devotional for adults
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Watch for the Light: an Advent devotional for adults
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An anthology from well-known Christian writers and thinkers, Watch for the Light: Readings for Advent and Christmas will deepen your experience of these sacred seasons.

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