Author Archives: Fr. Chase Campbell

Saint Nicholas to Santa Claus: Where Did the Modern Santa Come From?

By Fr. Chase Campbell on December 9, 2022 in Advent, From Our Pastors

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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Advent: Prepare Your Heart for the Lord

By Fr. Chase Campbell on November 25, 2022 in Advent, From Our Pastors

Do Not Rush Toward Christmas I recently had to un-friend someone from Facebook for a highly offensive post. Although we had been friends for many years, her scandalous post was…

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Generosity: A Case Study

By Fr. Chase Campbell on November 11, 2022 in From Our Pastors

If you have ever been to New York City, I hope you stopped at a magnificent building on 5th Avenue right between 50th and 51st: St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Since…

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Generosity as a Gospel Bridge

By Fr. Chase Campbell on November 4, 2022 in From Our Pastors

Hugh Jackman is one of my favorite actors. Say what you will, but the man is talented. He can act, sing, and dance with the best of them – not…

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Generosity, the Gospel, and God’s People

By Fr. Chase Campbell on October 28, 2022 in From Our Pastors

A Theology of Generosity: Part 1 Have you realized that the Apostle Paul only quotes Jesus twice in his epistles? [*] When I first learned this, I was shocked. Even…

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