Third Week of Advent: Preparation and Mary, Mother of God

What was Christmas like for Mary, Our Blessed Mother? Essay for the third week's theme of Advent: Preparation. Christmas and the nativity from Mary, Our Blessed Mother's perspective. View more »

Christmas Traditions: Wreath History, Craft, Recipe

Christmas and Advent Traditions: The Wreath The evergreen wreath has traditionally represented eternal life. Christian missionaries adapted the symbol of the wreath for the celebration of Christmas. Here's the history and symbolism of the wreath, plus wreath cookie recipe and craft project. View more »

Holiday Survival Guide- Self Care Tips

How to Survive the Holidays and Enjoy Them! Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or any other variation of the winter celebrations, the month of December can be a challenge. As much as we may love the holidays, they can really wear us down. Here are 50+ ways to cope until January. read more

Advent Wreath - Craft, Prayers, History and Devotions

Advent Wreath Devotional: History, How-tos and Traditions
Description of Advent Wreath practices, meaning, history and prayers. Ideas for handmade advent wreaths. read more