first Sunday in Advent- not much different than previous years, but still pretty, i think. one of my facebook friends asked me why i did this at church :) i explained that it is meant to be contemplative liturgical art- to make us think about the meaning of Advent including 'light in the darkness'. plus, it's really really off-white in our sanctuary, except for the red carpet up the center aisle and altar steps. i think that color is a good thing :)