Skillet is getting in the Christmas spirit with a recording of the Christian hymn "O Come, O Come Emmanuel." "Our fans have ...
While I can no longer remember who said it and in which class, I recall being taught in seminary that we learn much of our theology from hymn writers. And, at least for me, there is no greater season ...
“He who sings, pray twice,” St. Augustine, the famous 5th century bishop, once said. Since Christmas is a time for prayer and praise, it's no wonder that this special day (and all the days leading up ...
Fox News Channel's chief religion correspondent Lauren Green adores the way Christmas hymns remind us of the true meaning of Christmas. In an essay included in the new book "All American Christmas" by ...
Marcelo Radulovich did not seek to make history with his ambitious new album, “Earthling Hymns of Christmas Past,” but he may have done just that. Credited to The Royal Orchestra of Titicaca, this ...
For Christmas, “O Come All ye Faithful” as a very traditional hymn and “O Holy Night” as a majestic reflection on the Nativity stand out for me. In Spanish, the hymn “Alegria” (Joy) expresses well the ...
I recall hearing from my seminary days that, for better or worse, much of our theology as Christians is learned through the hymns we sing. I suppose it is true for any faith tradition that ...
When “Santa Baby” starts playing at the grocery store, I thank God I’m Catholic and try not to hum along! That can be difficult because it is a catchy—if irritating—tune. During the Advent season, we ...