Even though America is a melting pot, we still have our own customs and traditions. One such custom is the exchange of presents and gifts. We exchange presents on Christmas, on birthdays, on wedding anniversaries, and other occasions that are
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When couples struggle with fertility, one option for them to expand their family is adoption. It’s a great joy when there’s a new member of the family! Often there are celebrations, parties, and, perhaps, once upon a time, the fathers
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On August 6th, millions of Christians around the world will celebrate the Great Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord. This is an ancient Christian feast attested by many of the Church Fathers, and has probably been celebrated by billions
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The above picture appeared in one of my Facebook feeds. Like other memes, it’ll make its way around the internet and people will see some sort of truth in it. I think it can be understood in one of two
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I think all families have black sheep. In some families the black sheep is simply the odd person out. Perhaps his interests are different, or he has a different sense of humor. In other families, it is the black sheep
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One question I get quite regularly is: which Bible translation should I use? First, let me CONGRATULATE YOU! You’ve decided to read the Bible and become more familiar with it. That in and of itself is good news! I do,
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As I write this post the rain is tapping at my windows. It’s not like a few weeks ago when the heavens opened up, and rain poured forth from the sky. This is a gentle sprinkling of rain. My wife
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One of the most beautiful, and exhausting, times of the Church year is Holy Week. During this time we remember the days that lead to Christ’s resurrection. Though we remember the triumphant entry into Jerusalem and the Last Supper, the
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When I was an undergraduate, I was blessed to be able to spend two summers doing archaeological excavations in Greece. Each weekend we were allowed to leave our site and travel the country. We bused and taxed to Pylos, Mystra,
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One of my favorite days, as a kid, was my birthday. I think every kid on the planet thinks their birthday is one of the best days of the year. Why? The presents, of course! Though the presents were given
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