Bake Your Own St Nicholas
Help children come to know the real St Nick, the man behind Santa Claus, and to be inspired by his generosity. Once they've learned who he is, help them to bake their very own St Nicholas!
Help children come to know the real St Nick, the man behind Santa Claus, and to be inspired by his generosity. Once they've learned who he is, help them to bake their very own St Nicholas!
The Gospel for the Second Sunday of Advent makes clear the differences between the Roman rulers and the Incarnate Word. Meditate upon what this Sunday's readings mean for us this Advent in this reflection.
Despite the noise, rush and rowdiness of contemporary Christmasses, there is a link between Advent and silence. There can be no real meeting with God without silence. In this Advent homily from Bishop Hugh Gilbert, be inspired to embrace silence during this season to prepare for the great meeting of God on Christmas Day.
As we prepare to celebrate the coming of the Word made flesh, it's helpful to consider Christmas from three perspectives: the past when Our Saviour was born, the present where Jesus comes to us in the Eucharist, and the future when we will one day be judged.
There are certain saints’ days which always fall during Advent. Here are some of the most important ones.
Help your children understand the story of Christmas with this child-friendly explanation for parents and kids to read together.