Today’s scripture from Isaiah is a kind of prayer for the people of ancient Israel. You might remember the general arc of the book of Isaiah. The first part, more or less, is the prophet warning the people of Israel that they have been unfaithful to God and there are about to be so...
During the Middle Ages, Christmas celebrations in Europe were elevated to new heights when people adopted the custom of giving 12 gifts to loved ones, one every day from Christmas to Epiphany. From the grandest of lords to the poorest peasants, the tradition was celebrated with great enthusiasm...