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Christian traditions of the Season Heather Rashall Advent Advent marks the beginning of the Christian calendar. In fact, Advent is an actual season. It’s a time of looking forward, the story of waiting, longing, expecting and finally arrival. This season begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas, culminating with the celebration of the birth of Christ.  The word "Advent" comes from the Latin for "coming,". Not only is it a time of anticipation of his birth but also a refle

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