Only a fool would argue that Christmas as celebrated through the secular media has any strong ties to Christianity. 

Studies show that traditions — whether they are family rituals, cultural, or connected to a holiday — can lower stress, create a sense of belonging, improve health, and connect generations.

The story of God’s greatest gift, it turns out, has come in the form of the perfect literary package. 

While Santa Charles has been part of the holiday scene in Texas for the past four years, this year he left the Lone Star State in a multi-state trek to bring happiness to children who are deaf or hard of hearing.

According to PNC, were a person to attempt to purchase the gifts as often as they are mentioned in the song, the cost would be $197,071.09, a 9.8% increase from a year ago.

As 2022 closes, it is important to remember why giving to your favorite nonprofit, charity, or your church is important, and not just for the people who receive your gifts.

Strangely, the greatest lesson of the great Christmas movies is that which often goes unsaid. 

In the midst of holiday errands, Christmas parties, pageants, and more, it can be difficult to find a moment to rest. That’s why it’s important to make time for Christ at Christmas by reading the Nativity story from the Bible.

The $250 million arrangement is what’s known as a personal recognizance bond, meaning that Bankman-Fried was not required to post the full collateral requirements of the bail. The bond was secured by his parents and is to be signed by two other unnamed people with significant financial assets.