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TexasTowelie

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1. I never observed Advent in my youth since I was raised in a Southern Baptist family.

Reply to hrmjustin (Original post)

Sun Nov 29, 2015, 10:48 AM

Nov 2015

My first exposure to Advent was when I was 18 since the university I attended was affiliated with the Methodist church. I think it was because of the music that I tend to remember that as one of my fonder religious observances.

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Advent Sunday. Video heavy. [View all] hrmjustin Nov 2015 OP

I never observed Advent in my youth since I was raised in a Southern Baptist family. TexasTowelie Nov 2015 #1

Traditionally today is the first day of the liturgical year. hrmjustin Nov 2015 #2

I wonder how many denominations have an Advent wreath? goldent Nov 2015 #3

I was just reminded of another thing - Advent calendars for kids. goldent Nov 2015 #4

Thanks for the beautifu music, Just okasha Nov 2015 #5