Christmas and Advent Archives

Maybe you are wading through a season of grief this holiday. Perhaps you can’t seem to bring out the decorations or get in the “cheerful spirit.”...

If a child walks away from the faith, it will not be because they believed in a man who wore a red suit and lived at the North Pole. It will be...

Some people may know that Advent serves as an anticipation of Christ’s birth in the season leading up to Christmas. That's only part of the story.

The story of the Magi began centuries before Christ’s birth. Since the beginning of kingdoms, kings have sought advice from their advisors and...

We can take this tradition and modify it to work in our homes. Our prayers, crafts, discussions, and planned activities can be catered to meet the...

1. In our house, Christmas is about Jesus. That first. The rest follows. 2. The stuff goes away. Relationships do not.

Discover 10 of the most famous Christmas Poems and Hymns in this collection, such as "Twas the Night Before Christmas" and hymns like "O Come, All...

Holidays with family can stir up all kinds of emotions. For some it’s a time of gift giving and thankful reflection. For others it means stressful...

Discover the purpose, symbolism, and history of the Advent Wreath used in the season of Christmas by Christians around the world.

Did you know that in the Christmas narrative, there are several women involved, not just Jesus’ mother? Let’s spend a moment this Christmas season...

When we debunk Christmas myths and pay attention to what matters most, we can experience God’s presence with us in fresh ways at Christmas. Here...

With all the extra events, it can be a stressful and time-crunching season for the pastor and his family. He may feel at times like he is carrying...

The way various Christian denominations remember the season of Advent may differ, but the collective significance is found in the hope of Jesus,...

Maybe you and your sweetie are more of the homebody type. You both seek something a little more peaceful, restful, and laid-back. While you could...

The reality for some is that they may be estranged from family, have missed out on gatherings with friends, or just want to spend this Christmas in...