Today is the day Christians around the world remember the death and burial of our Lord Jesus Christ nearly two thousand years ago, and it is a very solemn day for most of us. If you don’t treat it as a solemn day, know that I will be praying for you and your soul. Take a moment to reflect on the pain and suffering our Lord endured to save us from our sins. I truly believe that if you take the time to let that sacrifice sink in, it becomes impossible to see today as just any ordinary day.
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Pope Paul VI on Christmas
We consider Christmas as the encounter, the great encounter, the historical encounter, the decisive encounter, between God and mankind. He who has faith knows this truly; let him rejoice.
Episode 66: Why Catholics (and Christians) Shouldn’t Fear Halloween
Many Christians are wary of Halloween, viewing it as a celebration of darkness, but its origins are actually profoundly Catholic. The holiday is “All Hallows’ Eve,” the vigil feast preparing for All Saints’ Day, which is part of the three-day observance of Allhallowtide. This episode explores the true Christian meanings behind the holiday’s symbols and explains why, rooted in Scripture, we are called to be a light in the darkness rather than fear it.
Episode 54: Should Christians Get Involved in Politics? A Biblical and Historical Perspective
In this thought-provoking episode of ‘A Few Moments with God’, we tackle the question: Should Christians get involved in politics? Drawing from biblical examples and the teachings of the early Church Fathers, we explore the responsibilities and challenges of Christian engagement in the political arena. We also debunk common misconceptions about the separation of church and state and discuss the importance of being the salt and light of the world.
Join us as we delve into this timely and relevant topic, and discover how your faith can guide your involvement in politics. Don’t miss out on this insightful discussion that will inspire you to make a difference in your community and beyond.
People of the First Christmas: The Magi
Welcome to the final post in my mini-series on the People of the First Christmas. Today, I’ll be focusing on the Magi, also known as the Wise Men or, less accurately, as the Three Kings. Contrary to popular Nativity scenes, the Magi were not present at the stable on that first Christmas night. Instead, they … Read more
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People of the First Christmas: Simeon and Anna
Welcome back to my mini-series here on Ko‑fi entitled People of the First Christmas. While Christmas may have come and gone for another year, now is the perfect time to reflect on those who encountered Jesus during His early years—long before He was a young lad of twelve or began His ministry around the age … Read more
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People of the First Christmas: The Virgin Mary
Welcome everyone to the first post in this mini-series where I’ll be looking at some of the people who participated in that first Christmas about two thousand years ago. In this week’s blog post, I’d like to examine one of the central characters, the Virgin Mary. As a Roman Catholic, I deeply admire the extraordinary … Read more
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