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Christmas decorating has become bigger and better throughout the years. Many avid Christmas decorators begin their seasonal planning weeks before the holidays arrive. What makes Christmas decorating even more festive is when you make your own ornaments! … Continue readingHomemade Christmas Decorations
Gaudete Sunday is special for a variety of reasons. The candle on the Advent wreath is a different color from the others. The rose candle is symbolic of the joy which is this Sunday’s theme. … Continue readingSunday of Joy
For many people, Christmas just isn’t Christmas until you’ve had a chance to watch “It’s A Wonderful Life” again. This classic tale of a man who underestimates his importance to others and the blessings he’s enjoyed his entire life is simply told but rich in meaning. … Continue readingFeature Film Friday: It’s A Wonderful Life
What we remember as a sweet treat to help us warm up after a day out playing in the snow is actually a lot more complex and versatile than we might suppose. … Continue readingSteaming Hot Cocoa
What would the holidays be without gingerbread? What’s the first thing that comes to mind when I say gingerbread? House or man? I always think of gingerbread houses despite the charming fairy tale about the runaway cookie. … Continue readingHolly Jolly Gingerbread
As the saying goes, “There’s an app for that.” and that includes Christmas! People are practically glued to their smartphones these days, so it’s absolutely natural that the app stores would rise to the occasion. … Continue readingXmas Apps
This familiar refrain from so many popular Christmas songs was the angel choir’s greeting to the shepherds on the hillside. … Continue readingPeace On Earth, Good Will To Men
Peace is something we all seek, but so few know how to attain it. Is peace just the absence of war or is really a whole lot more? … Continue readingSunday of Peace
Would it be rude to suggest that Rudolph was just a marketing gimmick? I suppose if that’s all you said about him that it would be rude to say that. There’s considerably more to be said about dear Rudolph. … Continue readingThe Most Famous Reindeer Of All
Based on Max Lucado’s novel of the same title, this film is a charming exploration of the theme of hope. … Continue readingFeature Film Friday: The Christmas Candle
