The Protestant reformer, Martin Luther began the custom of Advent in 16th-century Germany among Lutherans and Catholics. Advent marks the four weeks prior to Christmas, spiritually preparing us for the Celebration of our Messiah's arrival. In Western Christianity, Advent begins on the Sunday closest to November 30 and lasts through Christmas Eve, December 24. My husband was familiar with the tradition, but my childhood did not include the practice of Advent. When our childre

The Protestant reformer, Martin Luther began the custom of Advent in 16th-century Germany among Lutherans and Catholics. Advent marks the four weeks prior to Christmas, spiritually preparing us for the Celebration of our Messiahs arrival. In Western Christianity, Advent begins on the Sunday closest to November 30 and lasts through Christmas Eve, or December 24. My husband was familiar with the tradition, but my childhood did not include the practice of Advent. When our childr