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				The season of Advent begins Sunday, November 30 This silhouette image depicts St. Joseph with the expectant Virgin Mary. The season of Advent begins Nov. 30 this year. It is a joyful period that prepares for the commemoration of the Incarnation and anticipates Christ's second coming at the end of time. (CNS photo illustration by Paul Finch, Catholic Sun)