Probably the earliest official mention of Advent practices comes out of the Council of Sargossa that met in Spain (AD 380) which among other things, encouraged daily church attendance for 21 days December. Today traditions vary but Advent is celebrated by many during the four weeks leading up to Christmas, the celebration of Jesus' birth. But, what good is Advent anyway? Listen as Mary Ellen shares thoughts about making Advent relevant today in your life.  

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