Category Archives: Christmas

The Wexford Carol

Posted on December 23, 2010 by

Bluegrass aficionados will likely recognize the name Alison Krauss, the American bluegrass-country singer who became well known for her part with the Coen brothers’ movie “Brother, Where are Thou?” while classical music enthusiasts will likely recognize the name Yo-Yo Ma, the … Continue reading →

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On the “Flash Mob Phenomenon”

Posted on December 21, 2010 by

There’s some discussion taking place in the blogosphere about the theological appropriateness of the so-called “Hallelujah flash mob” videos that are making their rounds these days. (See others here, here, and here…I’m sure there are lots more). James K. A. … Continue reading →

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No room–in the guest room?

Posted on December 17, 2010 by

What if the story of the birth of Jesus in a stable because of lack of availability in the inn was–well–not quite the way it happened? This is what Ben Witherington III argues in an article published a few years … Continue reading →

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Jesus Evicted: A Short Advent Story

Posted on December 14, 2010 by

While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in … Continue reading →

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Pondering Christmas Preaching with Karl Barth

Posted on December 4, 2009 by

With Christmas just around the corner, here’s “three points” which Karl Barth emphasized about Christmas, and which I think those who have Christmas preaching responsibilities to fulfill will do well, like Mary, to ponder deeply in our hearts in preparation for the … Continue reading →

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collected reflections on Christmas

Posted on December 20, 2008 by

Here are some various online theological reflections I have stumbled over in the past while. Enjoy! I’d recommend you drop on over to “…A Resch Like Me” to read the thought- provoking and challenging reflections on “A Wal-mart Christmas.” I … Continue reading →

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