Celebrating Advent: A Nature-based Approach
The word “Advent” is derived from the Latin word adventus, meaning “coming.” Traditionally, the season of Advent lasts for four Sundays leading up to Christmas. At Emerald Heart, we celebrate a nature-based Advent for four weeks leading up to winter solstice. The four weeks honor four realms: Minerals Plants Animals Human Love & Kindness This approach can be enjoyed by families of any spiritual or religious path to engage more fully in the earth’s seasons. At home, Advent can