Learning How to Build Community through Special Church Events
A discussion of staging community events for Christian churches as a way to build congregations.
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O Holy Night as a Powerful Song Illustrating an Unusual Journey
On Christmas Eve, 1906, Reginald Fessenden, a Canadian inventor, broadcast the very first AM radio program which included him playing a violin solo. The hymn he chose as the first musical piece to ever be broadcast via radio airways was O Holy Night.
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If Jesus Drank Wine, Why Can't You?
The Bible is black and white. It says we are to be sober. It also states that drunkenness is an abominable idolatry and that whoever practices these things will not inherit the Kingdom of God. That alone should make a Christian want to change their ways.
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The Significance, Meaning, and History of Epiphany
A definition of epiphany and the its meaning to Christians who observe the rituals and traditions associated with the celebration.
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The Christian Principle of Joy is a Fruit of the Spirit
Joy is not the same as happiness. Happiness can be attained with a newly acquired object, a car, or clothing or appliance, for example. A sunny day can make someone happy, or a bouquet of flowers. Usually happiness is a result of something external. But joy is internal. It is not an emotion, but an inner appreciation and sense of satisfaction due to a spiritual reality.
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Halloween Traditions, History, and Autumn Celebrations
A historical discussion of All Hallows Eve and Halloween, including traditions and observances.
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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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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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Composer John Mason Neale Writes Good King Wenceslas
Although 'Good King Wenceslas' does not refer to a particular Christmas event, because it is written about the day after Christmas (The Feast of Stephen), and about a man who showed Christ's love to the poor, it is considered a Christmas song.
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Jesus Appears to Women Following His Resurrection
Through Jesus, women mentioned in the Bible following the resurrection had been touched by the heart and hand of God. These followers of Jesus dedicated their lives to service ... preparing meals, washing Jesus' feet, providing money and giving their time.
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