Typically, three of the four Advent candles are purple—the first, second and fourth ones. The first candle, or "Prophet's Candle," symbolizes hope. The color means royalty, repentance and fasting.

Visit each week during the season of Advent as we light a new candle and share a new gift. The Marian Library wishes you hope, peace, joy and love throughout the season and the new year to come. Two ...

We take courage to hope for God’s presence amidst the noise and the haste. Let our constant prayer be: Lord, you are here, no matter what, no matter where. Yes, You are with us always and in all ways!