Dana Bassi has created artwork for the Advent season. These beautiful designs will be printed on banners to hang in the courtyard.

To the left, see the original banners for the space, which we use during most of the year.

Below, see the special Advent designs.

Dana is a long-time member of First United Presbyterian Church in Fayetteville, Arkansas. She was a Research Science Technician for the USDA before her retirement.

Advent is a time of spiritual preparation for Christmas. It takes place on the four Sundays before Christmas. Dana’s designs remind us of the beloved custom of lighting Advent candles to mark the passage of the weeks of Advent.

Be sure to look up when you pass through the courtyard during the Advent season so you can enjoy these very special banners.