The liturgical year organizes events in Jesus’ life, centering on Easter, His resurrection which is tied to Passover. Christmas, celebrated in December, honors His birth but was chosen centuries later for its alignment with the winter solstice. Christmas starts the liturgical journey, emphasizing themes of hope and renewal leading to Easter’s significance.
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On a starry night in Bethlehem, history was not just made; it was broken and remade. In a humble stable, the birth of Jesus Christ marked the moment God stepped into our timeline, shattering the constraints of history and opening a new chapter of hope, love, and divine possibility. This wasn’t merely an event in…
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In a humble manger in Bethlehem, a baby’s cry echoed, signaling an event that would forever alter the course of history. This baby, Jesus, wasn’t born amidst opulence or grandeur but in simplicity, marking the beginning of a kingship radically different from any the world had known. Kings are often associated with power and majesty,…
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Holy Innocents’ Day, falling on December 28th, holds a poignant and somber place in the heart of the Christmas season. It commemorates a heart-wrenching event – the massacre of innocent children by King Herod in his attempt to kill the newborn Jesus. This day calls us to pause and remember those young lives tragically lost…
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In the birth of Jesus Christ, we find a story so drenched in absurdity that it could only be driven by the most profound love imaginable. This isn’t a tale that tiptoes around the unbelievable; it dives headfirst into it, showing us that sometimes, the most absurd things can be the most true and beautiful….
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“Joy to the World,” often sung in the glow of Christmas lights and festive gatherings, carries a depth of meaning that resonates profoundly with the Christian faith. Let’s delve deeper into its theological richness, verse by verse: Joy to the world, the Lord is comeThis line is an announcement of cosmic significance. In the Christian…
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In the quiet corners of our hearts, where the hustle of life fades into a gentle hush, there’s a season that beckons us to slow down and ponder—a season known as Advent. This time, often draped in the shadows of bustling holiday preparations, holds a deeper narrative, one that whispers of a journey and an…
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