BISMARCK, N.D. (CNS) -- The University of Mary's Marek Dojs sees a lot of symbolism in decorating Easter eggs in the Pysanky Slavic style, and as he teaches his students the ancient folk art, he ties in its spiritual aspects. "This tradition, this art comes back from pre-Christian ...
There’s no single answer to that question, but there’s evidence that by the 16thcentury Christians in Germany were bringing evergreen trees into their homes and decorating them. There’s a story – possibly true – that the famous church reformer, Martin Luther, walked home on a dark but...
When I pray, the Guy-on-the-Other-Side is listening intently to my every word, because He’s in love with me! He wants to be with me, talk with me, exchange ideas and feelings, draw me into a deeper friendship with Him…relationship stuff. I need that. I get lonely and emotionally...
Pointing out that “Easter is not possible without Christmas,” and “Easter may be just one more manifestation of the incarnation,” Presbyterian pastor Jenny Warner speaks of the wonder of Christ’s coming into our world. “Flesh infused with God. God encountering flesh. Holiness embedding itse...