St. Nicholas lived in the fourth century and is best known today as the living model of “Santa Claus.” St. Nicholas Day is Dec. 6. A tradition holds that children […]
Five things you didn’t know about St. Nicholas
St. John Damascene
St. John Damascene is a Doctor of the Church, and the last of the Greek Fathers. He’s also called John of Damascus. He was born in Damascus, Syria, which was […]
Here comes Advent (with more resources)
Advent. It’s that time of year when I find myself saying REALLY? a lot. “Really? One more thing?” “Really? Flames with a toddler?” “Really? Christmas parties and music and school things […]
St. Andrew the Apostle
Today, November 30, we celebrate the feast of St. Andrew the Apostle. He was the brother of St. Peter, and they worked with James and John as fishermen. Pope Benedict […]
The first Sunday of Advent: Expectation
The Scriptures remind us to stay awake for we know not when the Lord will come. Advent Wreath Prayer Sit down to dinner as a family, light the first candle […]
