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What is Advent?

Advent means "coming." This is the four-week season of waiting and anticipation leading up to Christmas as we prepare to celebrate the coming of the Son of God. The Scripture readings remind us God's of gracious promises to send us a a Savior.  Here's a brief video on what it's all about.

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Concordia Publishing House is the publisher of
The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod (LCMS).

Check out the additional introductions to the

seasons of the Church Year on our

Video Bible Study Page

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