The real reason February 2 is an occasion for feasting.

The writer loved the Incarnation. Not so much the Christmas holiday.

The bizarre myths of “Jól” fail to offer the hope and joy of the true Christmas story.

We’re called to offer our thanksgiving in all circumstances—but we're especially likely to when it’s a national holiday.

The abbreviation offends 6 in 10 evangelicals, but its history is deeply Christian

The history of American holiday cheer obscures the difficult details of the nativity narrative.

Christian history gives us reason to see Advent and Christmas as coexistent, not separate.

The surprising context for the holiday Lincoln instituted is a good reminder to us today.

Surveys suggest concerns over any ‘war on Christmas’ would be better focused on religious literacy.

Christians abroad and Muslims at home helped me find the holy day in the holiday.

An overlooked prophecy points to the family togetherness we crave at Christmas.

Judith Flanders teases out the surprising mix of religious and secular elements in many beloved holiday customs.

Research highlights radical giving of poor and unpaid labor of women.

Middle-aged women contending with stress can find solace in this gospel message.

This year, forego the gift cards and get them something they’ll really appreciate.

Don’t be scared of Halloween. Seize the (holi) day!

Why Pentecost Sunday is worth celebrating.

Christian tradition finds meaning in each of these mysterious monikers.

Just 1 in 10 churches will cancel worship services this December 25.