A reflection on the martyrdom of St. Lucy and the continuing violence against the “least of these” including women. [Read more...]
Waiting Patiently
December 12, 2012 By 2 Comments
In this Advent season of waiting, here are some thoughts and tips about how we react when we’re on time and and someone or something else is late. [Read more...]
Advent in 2 Minutes — a great kinetic type video
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Latkes for Hanukkah — any excuse to celebrate with food
December 10, 2012 By 4 Comments
I’m not one to pass up the opportunity to celebrate with food. And not just within my own tradition. So each year, I honor Hanukkah by picking up some latkes – potato pancakes. Here are some reflections, tips and a recipe. [Read more...]
Not the Immaculate Conception but a Maculate One
December 7, 2012 By 11 Comments
I’m going to confess something right here. I’ve never bought the Immaculate Conception. To me, the reasoning behind it is deeply flawed — old guys obsessed with the need for Mary to be “pure” — and the fact that we’re even talking about it is an example of the kind of theological nitpicking that Jesus rejected. [Read more...]
Advent fact — December 6 is the Feast of St. Nicholas… Sinterklaas… Santa Claus
December 6, 2012 By 1 Comment
December 6 is the feast day of St. Nicholas, or Sinterklaas. Read how this real bishop’s legend and other story lines have merged into what we now know as Santa Claus. [Read more...]
Advent — O come, O come, Emmanuel
December 4, 2012 By 2 Comments
“O come, O come, Emmanuel” is the Advent song. Here’s a little about its history and beauty and two wonderful versions — a video clip of Sugarland and an audio clip of Emily Scott with guidance for song leaders. [Read more...]
Advent — Happy New Year! (liturgically speaking)
December 3, 2012 By 1 Comment
The beginning of Advent is also the beginning of the liturgical year in many Christian denominations. Learn more about what that means and when other religions start their year. [Read more...]
Advent reflections and facts ahead
December 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I walk into this holiday season with one hand firmly grasping tradition, the other hanging on for dear life to our crazy consumer culture. Please join me. Over the next month, I’ll be sharing Advent reflections, Advent factoids, favorite music and other holiday-themed posts. [Read more...]
Forming a More Perfect Union — Navigating political and religious differences at holiday gatherings
November 19, 2012 By 3 Comments
As families gather around the table or share letters and cards this holiday season, many will struggle with big political and religious differences. Here are some thoughts about getting through it and being a source of healing in your family. [Read more...]
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