The name Advent (From the Latin word Adventus, which signifies a coming) is applied, in the Latin Church, to that period of the year, during which the Church requires the faithful to prepare for ...

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) can be terrific investment vehicles. REITs are known for paying dividends. The IRS requires that REITs pay a minimum of 90% of their taxable income in ...

The Advent wreath is made of four candles and a circle of branches. Before the first candle is lighted, the household gathers for this blessing. The blessing of an Advent Wreath takes place on the ...