Category Archives: Advent
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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My oldest sibling sent me a picture of her beautiful fully decorated Christmas tree on November, 19th. If she were Facebook friends with Fr. Chase, he would have to…
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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…
Read Full PostA Reflection on Psalm 80:1-7
“In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us with all your saints into the joy of your heavenly kingdom, where we shall…
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Advent Resources: – Pray the Daily Office throughout Advent (Families, did you know there are special “Family Prayer” liturgies in your BCP, abbreviated for your whole family to use? These…
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