Advent marks the beginning of the liturgical year. While it expresses the deep longing of all humanity for God, it celebrates the three-fold coming of the Lord: remembering the events that surrounded the Lord’s coming long ago, celebrating his coming among us today, and looking forward to his final coming in glory.

Advent is a season of devout and joyful expectation. Its four Sundays highlight our desire and longing for peace, justice and unity.

In 2023, Advent begins on Sunday, December 3.

Infographics

• What is Advent? (Chinese - Simplified | Traditional)
• Advent Wreath (Chinese - Simplified | Traditional)
• Advent Symbols (Chinese - Simplified | Traditional)
• Creche (Chinese - Simplified | Traditional)
• Third Week of Advent - Prepare the way of the Lord!
• Christmas Tree
• O Antiphons

Resources

• Archdiocese of Toronto's Gospel Reflection Series (2023) 
• CCCB's Video Series: Journey through Advent (2023)
• Advent events and retreats in the Archdiocese of Toronto
• Advent - Joy and Hope
• Celebrating the Season of Advent
• Advent is... Resource
• Spend Advent with Mary
• Advent Activities
• On our blog:
  • Preparing our Hearts for Advent (2022)
  • Travelling Mary and Joseph: A Catholic Alternative to Elf of the Shelf (2022)
  • Advent - A Time of Liturgical Renewal (2022)
  • The Illuminating Story of the Advent Wreath (2021)
• Advent homilies focused on reconciliation with the Indigenous Peoples, written by Fr. Robert Foliot, SJ of the Martyrs' Shrine, in Midland:
  • Feast of Christ the King
  • First Sunday of Advent
  • Second Sunday of Advent
  • Third Sunday of Advent
  • Fourth Sunday of Advent