I. Identification 1. It symbolizes Gods eternity and endless mercy. 2. It symbolizes royal status and repentance. 3. The 3rd Sunday of Advent 4. It symbolizes eternal life that Christ won 5. It symbolizes the gradual coming of Christ as light of the world. 6. The season of joy and celebration. 7. The heavenly host that announced the news of our Saviors birth. 8. Remembrance of how Christs appeared in flesh in Bethlehem. 9. Anticipation of Christs coming in the flesh. 10. Recalls the rejoicing shepherds after seeing the child in the manger.