Peace to People of Good Will
In a year of increasingly divided public discourse, Catholics should take to heart the angelic message of “peace to people of good will.”
Results from Tag: 'christmas'
Astronomy, Exegesis and the Star of Bethlehem
One part of the Christmas story that has puzzled many is where Matthew states that the star “went before” the wise men. Proper biblical exegesis can help here.
New Play Explores Struggles of Mary and Joseph Before Christ’s Birth
“I don’t think we can appreciate the light,” says the playwright, “if we don’t acknowledge the dark.”
Christmas Wishes to the Children of the World
“Raise your tiny hand, Divine Child, and bless these young friends of yours; bless the children of all the earth.” (Pope St. John Paul II, 1994)
On These Last Days Of December
This week, we are especially reminded that the Maker of the universe “became his own making” — and that Christ and his saints were born in order to die.
Christmas Is About Presence, Not Presents
The presence of Emmanuel, “God With Us,” is the ultimate gift each and every Christmas.
Celebrating Christmas in Hong Kong
Christmas in ‘Asia’s World City’ is a celebration like no other.
A Celebration of Nativity Scenes From Ireland, China and Beyond
“I like to see the Nativity reflected in so many different ways,” says Father Adrian Farrelly, a collector of crèches from around the world.
Byzantine Catholic Priest Brings the Spirit of Christmas to Life in Detroit
Father Joseph Marquis melds his two vocations — to the Catholic priesthood, and as Santa Claus — in the St. Nicholas Institute, a school for Santas that he founded.
The Incarnation of Jesus Christ and the Problem With Plato
Amid the silence of the stars, God truly comes into our world — an event that renders everything different.
