This season of Advent means there is something on the horizon, the likes of which we have never seen before. … So stay. Sit. Linger. Tarry. Ponder. Wait. Behold. Wonder. There will be time enough for running. For rushing. For worrying. For pushing. For now, stay. Wait. Something is on the horizon. — Jan Richardson, artist and spiritual writer

What to say when someone asks, "What's an Advent Calendar?" Show them this one! Advent Calendars help us anticipate or "count down" to Christmas and Jesus' birth. Advent is a season of preparation and waiting. So, hidden behind every day of the calendar is a surprise! (No peeking -- you have to WAIT for it!) You might find chocolate, an image, or in the case of Busted Halo's Advent Surprise Calendar -- an inspirational quote and spiritual challenge. Happy Advent!

Set an intention for Advent this year: Pick a way that you will slow down and behold God’s coming into the world.