Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Advent calendars are popular among Christian church-goers in the Western world, but the idea dates back to the fourth century.

"NO red and green, NO Christmas trees, NO Santas appear in my house before at least December 20," says author Sybil MacBeth. "I guess this is extreme." Happy new year, people! The church year ...

With December nearly a week in, Advent calendars are all the buzz. Have you sent yours yet, or still wondering when and what to? Here are some ideas Perfect for creative souls, a mini crochet kit or ...

When you were a kid, were you able to ever make it through an advent calendar just one day at a time, or did you have tendencies to work ahead a bit? Don’t feel bad if you did. It was just your ...

For many of us, Advent marks the beginning of the festive period and having a beautiful Advent calendar to count down the days is a lovely Christmas ritual that helps us get into the festive spirit.

A self-filled Advent calendar is a unique gesture during the holiday season. Photo: Getty Images During Advent, everyone who celebrates Christmas looks forward to a small daily surprise from the ...