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Seasonal Holidays

Eid celebrations

What Is Eid al-Fitr?

Eid al-Fitr literally means "Festival of Breaking the Fast," and is a Muslim holiday which marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting in Islam.

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Roll Away the Stones of Inner, National, and Global Conflict

Jesus Christ, the King of Heaven who will draw all nations to himself under the banner of love, has already begun to roll away every stone.

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Epiphany Opens Our Eyes

During Epiphany we open ourselves through our shared story to how spiritual life is manifest in our everyday lives.

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Across Faiths

Following the Example of Ebenezer Scrooge

We may like to think we identify with Bob or Emily Cratchit. The fact is we are probably more like Ebenezer Scrooge.

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A Christmas Theme

The Working Catholic: A Christmas Theme by Bill Droel Remember always to welcome strangers, for by doing this some people have entertained angels without knowing it. (Hebrews 13:2) Welcoming strangers is a Christmas theme. It appears in a half verse in the story of Jesus’ birth: Upon...

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Religious Music and Entertainment

Christmas Country Style--2023 version

Once again CMT is hosting its "Christmas in the Country" thing (broadcast on 12/13/23 on ABC, the next day on streaming platforms, a review.

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Seasonal Holidays By Faiths

What Do Buddhists Do During Christmas?

What is the Buddhist Holiday of Vesak and Why is it Celebrated?

Celebrating Basant Amid A Shrinking Footprint

How Many Days Did Buddha Sit Under the Bodhi Tree?

A Zen Meditation on the First Day of Hanukkah

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Value-Based Goals and Avoiding the Cult of Productivity

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God: New Year's Day, January 1

3 Classic Sounding Christmas Songs from the Bygones

The Light of the World in the Shadow of Empire

Nesting, Nativity, and a Newborn

The Joys of Finding Christmas Within

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Roll Away the Stones of Inner, National, and Global Conflict

How Black History Month Can Help Us Observe A Holy Lent

Ash Wednesday Valentine: Leave Church Dirtier than you Came

Epiphany Opens Our Eyes

New Year's Eve and Suicides

Baby, It's Cold Outside

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Lent reminds us of our vulnerability to sin

Return to Church during the holidays?

Celebrate Santa or Jesus this Christmas? Advent 2023

One Weeping Icon at Christmas is Enough

There's No Such Thing As An Ugly Christmas Sweater

"Where are You Joy, Why Can't I find you? - Advent 2023

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General Christian

Jesus in a Bizarro World

How You Can Show A True Spirit Of Love On Valentine's Day

It Is Okay If All You Did Last Year Was Survive!

Martin Luther King's Fight For Food Security For All

Celebrating Orthodox Christmas Day and Its Importance

Why I Love the Bible’s “Christmas That Isn’t Christmas”

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Question for Diwali: Why does Hinduism extol vegetarian diets?

What is the Hindu Festival of Navaratri and How do Hindus Celebrate It?

Hindu’s Divine Diwali: Its Religious and Socio-political Significance

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Hanukkah Celebrations Have Changed Dramatically − But The Same Is True Of Christmas

Who Were the Three Wise Men? Unraveling Centuries of Myth and Tradition

Why The Bible Forbids Christmas Trees: More Than Paganism

What is the Jewish Holiday of Simchat Torah?

What is Sukkot or the Feast of Tabernacles?

It Is Not Easy to Combat the Brutal Winds

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Latter-day Saint

Voices from the Hills: The Tabernacle Choir's Welsh Roots

New Traditions To Start As A Family This Year

Giving Machines!

Miracles of Lights: Our Savior Has Come

Regarding Two Christmas Carols

Testimony From Afar: Eternal Gifts of the Wise Men

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Ten December Holidays You Probably Don't Know About

Lunar New Year 2023: It's more than just a Chinese holiday

The Friendship of Thich Nhất Hạnh & Martin Luther King Jr.

A Non-Black's Introduction to Kwanzaa

How Does Your Faith Celebrate Winter Solstice?

What is the Baháʼí Holiday of Ridván and How is it Celebrated?

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They Will Wear the Skins of Lambs Over the Hearts of Wolves

What Is Eid al-Fitr?

Unveiling Veil On World Hijab Day

How to Make Religious Celebrations Hard of Hearing Friendly

What is the Islamic Holiday Laylat al-Qadr, and How is it Celebrated?

Light It Up: How Do Religions Around the World Use Candles in Their Holiday Traditions?

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The Birth of Baby Jesus—as Told by the Wise Men

Handel's Messiah - a true religious classic

Yes Virginia, Christmas Cards ARE Still a Thing

Let's Ditch Consumerism for a Soulful Approach to the Holiday Season

Raising Children Amidst Relatives Of Different Faiths

Supernatural Festivals: A Cross-Cultural Look at the Celebration of Death

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Hallowe'en Is an Irish-American Holiday

St. Patricks Day: Saints, Snakes and Pagans

What Are the Pagan Rituals For Yule?

History of Valentine's Day

Do Witches Celebrate the New Year?

Christians Turn to Solstice Celebrations at Christmas

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Progressive Christian

Today’s Massacre of the Innocents in Gaza and Israel

5 Books that Changed My Perspective

Stepping into the New Year with Divine Promises

Unto Us a Child Is Born—But First, Contractions

11 Simple Activities That Teach Children About Jesus’ Birth

The Calm Before the Storm - Peace in Advent

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