It's been said that Christmas is merely a pagan day that was Christianized by the early Church—and now the pagans want it back. Yet the holiday we call Christmas (and the season of Advent that precedes it) is marked by wonder, holiness, and beauty, which go beyond mere sentimentality. Preparing "the way of the Lord," as begun by John the Baptist, continues for us now, signaling the beginning of the Church year—and the next chapter in your teen's journey as a disciple. Presented by Bob Rice.
Long before an angel appeared to a young girl named Mary, the need for the angel's message was firmly established in history. At the start of Creation, mankind had rebelled, choosing to trust something other than its Creator, bringing sin and death into the world. So how does that event connect t...
Teens are overwhelmed by multiple voices, sounds, and images coming at them from an endless number of places. How can they keep focus to watch for Christ during Advent? This study explores how the Nativity narrative in Luke's Gospel gives a vivid example of how to prepare their hearts in true hum...
It's easy to lose sight of the real story of the Magi amidst the figurines, the television renditions, and the carols about the three "oriental kings." This study looks at the biblical account and gives a proper context for a truly meaningful celebration of joy through sacrificial giving. Present...
