The season of Advent is one of anticipation of the arrival of Christ. It begins and continues through The four Sundays before Christmas. Advent is a joyful thoughtful time. It is a time of recognition that we are awaiting the revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ. Advent's ( key word is "Come") a beautiful word signaling God's own activity in the past, present, and future. Advent is celebrated in many ways at St. Martin's, through worship, the lighting of candles on the Advent wreath, prayer and through the preparation for Christmas, including: caroling, pageants, prayer vigils, and fellowship throughout the congregation. It is a time of anticipation, appreciation, union, joy, and happiness.