By Jacqueline Kelly – Kris Kringle, Grandfather Frost, Sinter Klaas or Father Christmas, the jolly “Ho-Ho-Ho” guy, a popular Christmas icon who has evolved down
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The Spirit of Carolling During Christmas!
By Jacqueline Kelly – Carolling is an old Christmas tradition. It dates back to ancient Greece, and originates in the word “Choraulien” meaning “to dance
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Let’s Count Our Blessings
By Ginto K. Paulose, CSC – Readings: 2 sam 7: 1-5, 8-12, 14, 16; Lk 1: 67 -79 Benedictus is the song of thanksgiving by
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The Light of My Life
By Richardson P, CSC – Readings: Mal 3: 1- 4, 4: 1- 6; Lk 1: 57- 66 Today the readings invite me to believe, to
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Of Candles and Christmas Tree!
By Jacqueline Kelly – One of the earliest records of candles being used at Christmas is from the Middle Ages, where a large candle was
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Homily for Youth: Behold The Promises of the Lord
By Fr Antony Christy, SDB – December 22, 2019: Fourth Sunday of Advent Isaiah 7: 10-14; Romans 1:1-7; Matthew 1: 18-24 Promises, prophecies and prodigies
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Arunachal Bishop appointed Chairman for Evangelization in Asia
By Fr Felix Antony – Miao, 21 December: The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conference (FABC) has appointed Bishop George Pallipparambil of Miao Diocese, Arunachal Pradesh,
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Fr Francis’ Homily” Encountering Emmanuel, God-with-Us
By Francis Gonsalves, SJ- Fourth Sunday of Advent – Cycle A – December 22, 2019 Isa 7:10-14; Rom 1:1-7; Mt 1:18-24 “… and they shall
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Let us Also be ‘Emmanuel’
By Manoj K. Rathinam, CSC – Readings: Is 7:10-14; Rom 1:1-7; Mt 1:18-24 We will celebrate in a few days the birth of Christ. We
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Fr Eugene’s Homily: Get Ready to Receive His Joy and Peace
By Fr. Eugene Lobo, SJ – Fourth Sunday of Advent December 22, 2019 Isaiah 7:10-14; Romans 1:1-7; Matthew 1:18-25 Today, while celebrating the last Sunday
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Karnataka: CM Yediyurappa Assures All Support for Christian Development Council
By C V Joseph – Bengaluru, Dec. 19: Karnataka State Chief Minister lauded Christians for their unparalleled service in education and health sectors all over
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History and Mystery of Christmas
By Jacqueline Kelly – The moment the month of December arrives, the countdown for Christmas begins, because Christmas is the most wonderful time of the
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Rejoice With Gladness
By Vimal Kumar A, CSC – Readings: Zeph 3:14-18a; Lk 1:39-45 The readings of today extend an invitation to look into two aspects: the role
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Christ in You, The Hope of Glory!
By Fr. Joe Royan, C.Ss.R – If one is abreast with the current state of affairs in our country one cannot help but be alarmed
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Bring Jesus to People
By Jijo Philip, CSC – Readings: Is 7:10-14; Lk 1:26-38 As we are drawing closer to the celebration of the birth of Jesus the Son
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