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The 12 Neglected Movies of Christmas

Nathaniel Bell

The quest for a perfect fruitcake, a petty larcenist, and a sly Scottish dramedy should all grace your small screen this season.

All My People Died at Christmas

J. L. Gerhardt

Amid the snowflakes and lights, I needed particular reminders of God’s presence.

The Holy Family and Mine

Nativity scenes show us the loving parents we all need—and remind me that my own parents estranged me over my faith.

Have Yourself an Enchanted Little Advent

AJ Sherrill

Angels are everywhere in the Bible. The Christmas season reminds us to take them seriously.

Hail ‘Mary,’ Full of Violence

Interview by Peter T. Chattaway

Director D.J. Caruso calls his dramatic new film a celebration of the mother of God.

Glory in the Eyes of the Shepherds

Julia Bartel

How angelic wonder initiates the announcement of Christmas. 

The Ultimate Wonder

Gabrielle McCullough

Celebrating the dependence and sacrifice of Christmas Day.

How Asian Artists Picture Jesus’ Birth From 1240 to Today

Victoria Emily Jones

Through Nativity art, the Word takes on flesh across diverse Eastern cultures.

Where Ox and Ass Are Teaching

Patrick Schreiner

Many traditional Nativity scenes aren’t strictly historically accurate, but they teach us deeper biblical truths.

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Jesus Was a Brown Baby

Dorena Williamson

This children’s Christmas book paints baby Jesus in a new (or rather ancient) light.

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