On the fourth Sunday in Advent we light the Candle of  Love. Then on Christmas Eve, December 24 the center candle, the Christ candle will be lit.

The Candle of  Love recalls the message the angels delivered as they appeared to the shepherds;

” Glory to God in the highest ,

and on earth peace to men on 

whom His favor rests.”  Luke 2:14 

And reminds us that Christ is the Prince of Peace:

” For unto us a child is born,

to us a Son is given,

and the government will be on His shoulders.

And He will be called 

Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father,

Prince of Peace.

Of the increase of His government and peace

there will be no end.”  Isaiah 9: 6-7