A Holy Family for Us All
Much of what we believe about Jesus of Nazareth testifies to his uniqueness. Divine, Son of God, miracle worker, healer, wise teacher. But on the Feast of the Holy Family […]
Monthly Archives: December 2014
Following in the Footsteps of St. Stephen
If you’re like me at this time of year, when you hear the name of St. Stephen your mind likely turns first to Christmas carols. The first few verses of […]
Christmas Wishes
From all of us at Novalis, we wish you and your loved ones a happy Christmas. May the joy and peace of this holy feast be with you today and […]
The Grace, Mercy and Tender Love of God
“On this night, like a burst of brilliant light, there rings out the proclamation of the Apostle: “God’s grace has been revealed, and it has made salvation possible for the […]
Friday Favourites: Children’s Bible Games
You’ll have to break the spine of these books. Some readers refuse to do anything to their books. No highlighters or pencils, no dog-earing the pages, always wash your hands […]
The Righteousness of God
Advent hastens on, and we can hear the intensity of the anticipation for a coming saviour in the readings. But listen again, and hear that, just as Israel was being […]
The Immaculate Conception’s Special Place in Our Hearts
The Feast of the Immaculate Conception (December 8) is one of the most revered celebrations in the Church year. Though overshadowed by Advent and the looming Christmas festivities, it nonetheless reflects […]
Friday Favourites: Living Christmas
On pages 28 and 29 of Living Christmas, the book shows you how to make the Star of Bethlehem for your homemade Nativity scene. But since it’s nearly—well, three weeks […]
Five Ideas for Your Advent Journey
I am often amused by the way we Christians celebrate Advent. We speak of the season as a time of reflection and preparation. Our liturgies are marked with hymns and prayers […]
