Santa Claus was Named After Saint Nicholas who was Known for Charitable Giving
It is almost unheard of for a home to not have a Christmas tree. Likewise, Christmas just wouldn’t be Christmas without Santa Claus. The two just go together, there’s no doubt about it.
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The Traditions of Holiday Foods and Favorite Meals Make Great Memories
Next to Thanksgiving, Christmas is perhaps the biggest food-producing holiday in America. From candies to casseroles, and from homemade cinnamon rolls to roasted chestnuts, everyone’s palate can be tantalized by the tastes of Christmas.
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Twelfth Night is the Pinnacle of the Christmas Season
In America, the celebration of Twelfth Night originated with the colonists who brought their traditions with them from England. Of course, they adapted them to the new country, adding variations throughout each generation.
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Gifts from the Heart are not Cheap and Chintzy but Rather Fun and Creative
For those who love to give gifts but need low-budget ideas, there are several solutions. And there's no need to think cheap and chintzy. Instead, think fun and creative!
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Harvest Day Parties are a Positive Christian Alternative to Halloween
Halloween has become an Americanized and commercialized version of a pagan holiday that is based on the beliefs and practices of the ancient Celts. But Christians have the opportunity to celebrate the harvest season by giving it new meaning and significance, one that promotes positive spiritual growth, and is grounded in their faith in Jesus Christ.
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Christmas's Religious Observance and History
A celebration of Christmas in the Church and the history of Christmas lead to the true meaning of the holiday.
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Christmas Nativity Scenes Present the Miracle Birth of Jesus the Savior of the World
It is true that the Nativity scene represents more than just a religion. It memorializes the birth of Jesus Christ. It captures that single moment in time when God, because of His mercy, sent the Savior of the world.
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A Season of Christian Fasting and Self-Sacrifice
A discussion of the history and traditions of the Season of Lent in the Christian Faith.
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Families Should Celebrate Love Together on Valentines Day
Love is a large part of marriage and family life, especially those with young children. Kids need to know they are loved just as much as the adults. Valentine's Day presents an opportunity for families celebrate love in fun and unique ways.
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Day of the Dead or Dia de los Muertos
Information on All Saints Day / Day of the Dead / Dia de Los Muertos traditions, observances, and history, based upon a vigil originating with the Antioch Church for all saints.
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