Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Christ. Although many of the traditions associated with Christmas and even the day on which is celebrated have pagan origins. Most likely Christ was not born on December 25th. The weather conditions at that time of the year would have made it unlikely Mary & Joseph would … Continue reading History of Christmas
Sounds of the Season 2011: Gesu Bambino
One of my favorite Christmas songs that has somehow never been featured in the yearly Sounds of the Season. GESU BAMBINO written by Pietro A. Yon Performed by Joseph Carrillo When blossoms flower e'er 'mid the snows, Upon a winter night, Was born the child, the christmas rose, The king of love and light. The … Continue reading Sounds of the Season 2011: Gesu Bambino
Sounds of the Season 2011: Carol of the Bells
Once again it is time to kick of the Christmas, each year I post several Christmas songs between Thanksgiving and Christmas. This year I'm kicking it off with Carol of the Bells preformed by the David Crowder Band.
Operation Christmas Child 2011
It's time to pack shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child. Operation Christmas Child is a project of Franklin Graham's organization Samaritan's Purse that seeks to provide the neediest children with a simple gift. This may be the only gift that many have ever received. How You Can Get Involved: Pack a shoe box. Take box … Continue reading Operation Christmas Child 2011
Merry Christmas
Love Came Down At Christmas Performed by Jars of Clay For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 (NIV)
Sounds of the Season: I Celebrate the Day
Performed by Relient K