4 Easy Conversation Starters (When You Haven’t Seen Someone for a Pandemic-Long Time)
By Holly Lebowitz Rossi2 min read
“Catching up” can feel overwhelming when so much has happened. Here are some ways to step back into conversation.
Christmas
Bob Richter on the Healing Power of Christmas Decorations
By Celeste McCauley4 min read
The international flea market expert and host of the PBS show Market Warriors shares his personal story of remembering lost loved ones during the holidays.
For a Positive Holiday Season, Ditch This One Word
By Holly Lebowitz Rossi2 min read
Beat back “bad” to keep self-judgment off your holiday to-do list.
A Family’s Beloved Christmas Tradition
By Pablo Diaz2 min read
It all started years ago when a young girl began writing a yearly letter to her future self.
The Best Christmas Cookie Recipes
By Michelle Mahnke1 min read
Artist Michelle Mahnke gathered a diverse group of casino workers together to make Christmas cookies. From traditional cut-out cookies to Russian Tea Cakes, you can try one—or all— of these recipes at home!
How to Find Hope If Christmas Makes You Sad
By Pablo Diaz2 min read
Feelings of sadness are okay, but there are ways to find light in darkness.
What Are You Giving Jesus This Christmas?
By Heidi Gaul2 min read
Devotional writer, Heidi Gaul shares her precious and irreplaceable gift.
As Christmas Nears, Remember the Lonely in Your Prayers
By Bob Hostetler2 min read
It’s the season for everyone—not just those who can celebrate with family and friends.
Yes, Santa Does Belong in Christmas
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
Think gift-giving has nothing to do with the birth of Jesus? Bah! Humbug!
One Family’s Christmas Miracle
By Pablo Diaz2 min read
With an infant son in the hospital, a family prayed its way to a most memorable homecoming.
How to Use Mulling Spices for Cider and Tea
By Holly Lebowitz Rossi2 min read
Your house will smell gorgeous and your heart will be warmed when you simmer these spices in your favorite hot winter beverage.
Her Mother With Alzheimer’s Sang ‘Silent Night’
By Kristen Kemp9 min read
Dementia had taken away so much from her mother and her family. But at the Christmas Eve service, she realized their faith would see them through.