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Gaudete Sunday

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Gaudete Sunday is the third Sunday of Advent, a Christian season of preparation for Christmas and the Second Coming of Christ. This Sunday is marked by a shift in the liturgical tone, often symbolized by the use of rose-colored vestments and candles, a departure from the traditional violet of Advent.1

The Advent season typically begins on the Sunday nearest to November 30 and marks the start of the liturgical year in Western churches. Many Christian homes observe Advent with an Advent wreath, featuring four candles that are lit progressively each week, symbolizing hope, peace, joy, and love. An analogous custom is the Advent calendar, which counts down the days to Christmas.1

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  2. Laetare Sunday

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