The Nicene Creed is the most widely accepted and used brief statements of the Christian Faith. In liturgical churches, it is said every Sunday as part of the Liturgy. It is Common Ground to East Orthodox, Roman Catholics, Anglicans, Lutherans, Calvinists, and many other Christian groups. Many groups that do not have a tradition of … Read more
It is a wonderful coincidence that 1st January follows seven days after 25th December when we celebrate the birth of Christ. For on the eighth day, according to Jewish practice, newborn males are circumcised and named. This festival actually marks three scriptural events: Firstly, the naming of the infant; Secondly, circumcision as the sign of … Read more
Since the sixth century, on December 28, the Church has celebrated the memory of those children killed because of Herod’s rage against Christ (Mt 2:16-17). Liturgical tradition refers to them as the “Holy Innocents” and regards them as martyrs. Throughout the centuries Christian art, poetry and popular piety have enfolded the memory of the “tender … Read more