Category Archives: From Our Pastors

The Chalking of the Doors

House Blessing for Epiphany (The Chalking of the Door)    Since the 6th century, it has been traditional in the Western Church to perform a house blessing on the Feast…

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Becket, Wyclif, and Salvation by Wisdom

Who has learned your counsel, unless you have given wisdom and sent your holy spirit from on high? And thus the paths of those on earth were set right, and…

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Saint Nicholas to Santa Claus: Where did the modern Santa come from?

There is something incredibly joyful about seeing children become excited about Christmas. Undoubtedly, the mere sight of Santa can bring sheer joy and delight to a child’s heart. Once, when…

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Come, Lord Jesus

“It gets darker and darker, and then Jesus is born.”  -Wendell Berry A dear friend of mine worships at a wonderful Presbyterian church in Alabama. This past Sunday (Advent I),…

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Advent

Dear Christ Church,   As we enter the Advent season this Sunday (Dec 3), we have compiled a list of resources for your use.   Advent Resources: – Pray the…

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