SunshineRose
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And here's the wreath for this Sunday:
It's Gaudete Sunday! Gaudete is Latin for Joy, and it's when we celebrate that Advent is at least halfway over. Though the candle looks pink, the technical color is "rose", which is formed by mixing purple (symbolizing penance and self-examination) with white (symbolizing purity and holiness.)
Have a joyful Gaudete Sunday, and remember that our King is coming soon!
Thanks for sharing the wreath and the history of the rose candle. When I was little, I used to be confused by the fact that the special colored candle didn't represent the last week of Advent. I was so sure that it did that it was quite shock for me to learn that it didn't...