Mozambique celebrates Family Day today (Christmas for Christians) in an unusual manner due to post-election violent protests that are preventing families and churches from gathering for their usual ...

St. John’s account of Christmas is austere in the extreme. It comes down to one line: “And the Word was made flesh and dwelt ...

Taped to the front window of my in-laws’ house was a photocopy of a photograph of a tarnished and bent spoon. Of course, ...

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Traditional carols were sung, and the Nativity scene was a central symbol, reminding participants of the holiday ... Christmas in a way that honors its rich history and significance. First and ...