One day is not long enough to celebrate the fact that God became Incarnate. The Catholic Church celebrates this feast for 12 whole days - which brings to mind a certain Christmas Carol.
What’s with all the Birds? Explaining the 12 Days of Christmas
Jesus’ Birthday Cake
A fun, Christmas tradition in many homes that helps little ones to grasp the concept of Jesus' birthday. Plus it tastes delicious...
Why We Go to Confession During Advent
There's a repeating pattern throughout the Old Testament: God gives, man sins, God calls man back, man sins, God calls man back, man sins... etc. It's easy to be distracted, maybe even disheartened, by the multitude of mankind's failings. However, if we shift our focus from ourselves and look at what God does, it's rather... Continue Reading →
Deck the Halls: The Spiritual Meaning of Traditional Christmas Decorations
Buddy the Elf may say that the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear... but I think he's wrong. In our house, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is through decorating -- and when one knows the deeper meaning behind certain decorations, it brings a much deeper meaning... Continue Reading →
Catholic Love for Hanukkah
Obviously, I am not Jewish, but because of my love for Scripture (particularly the Old Testament), I am fascinated by Jewish feasts and customs. I actually want to celebrate them... it makes sense to me. It's a part of Salvation History, and they are feasts that Christ himself would have celebrated as he grew up!... Continue Reading →
How Jesus Saved His Mother
Every single one of us needed saving from sin -- including Mary. It just so happens that God saved her outside of time. This post provides an explanation and an analogy to help understand the Immaculate Conception.
Humdingers from the Saints: St. Nicholas
This one time, jolly old St. Nicholas punched a heretic in the face!
Rectifying the Separate Visits of St. Nick and Santa for Catholic Kids
A few years back my co-worker came up with a brilliant way to explain why St. Nick visits twice in December, bringing gifts with him each time.