Christmas
One of my favorite lines from the Christmas hymn “O Holy Night” is: “the thrill of hope, a weary world rejoices…” This year I find myself reflecting with gratitude on the hope that the Incarnation of our Lord brought 2000+ years ago to all humanity and brings to me and you and all of our loved…
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I set out this for a quick errand to find a book on the importance of Advent. How hard could that be? As I was to learn, very hard indeed. Four bookstores and two library branches later, I came home with one book of dubious value and one booklet with some good stuff. (I also came…
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Join St. Michael Catholic Radio in this Christmas Novena! Click Here
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Did you see this skit on Saturday Night Live? I think we can all relate to some of these characters 🙂
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Green Bay, Wisconsin, Dec 11 (RR)— Each evening from December 16 to 24, Rev. Francis Hoffman “Father Rocky”, Executive Director of Relevant Radio will lead a LIVE, interactive Family Christmas Rosary Novena at 8pm CT/9pm ET. Each night of the novena, a different family or group of families will join Father Rocky in the Relevant…
Read MoreIf you’re like me, Advent is a difficult season to celebrate, and is often overlooked. Before the first candle on the Advent wreath is even lit, our schedules fill up with gifts to buy, errands to run, and parties to attend. Through the hustle and bustle, we can forget the true purpose of Advent, to…
Read MoreEver hear the expression “Truth is stranger than fiction”? When it comes to the lives of the saints, I would propose a few twists on that axiom:Heroic virtue is stronger than superhero powers.Eternal life is greater than worldly success.Truth is more compelling than legend.The Church celebrates the feast of St. Nicholas on December 6. Perhaps…
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Looking for ways to keep Christ in the gifts you purchase for your children and others this Christmas – here are a dozen ideas for Catholic gift ideas that your kids will love! 1. This has to be the most adorable little gift for a Catholic baby that I have ever seen. I so wish we had…
Read MoreAfter reading this post where I lamented my inability in previous years to stay focused spiritually during Advent, a dear friend of mine suggested that I compile a list of practical ways to get ahead of the busywork that needs to happen in order to prepare for Christmas, so that we have the time to…
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