I have been spending time this year with Matthew’s nativity story. Other than the Magi, we mostly ignore Matthew’s story in pageants and worship. This is understandable. Matthew’s story isn’t a happy one. It doesn’t fit well with our Silent Night, Oh, Little Town of Bethlehem, Joy to the World version of Christmas. Luke’s story […]
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The Odd Tale of the Magi
While the calendar says that this is New Years day, for Christians, it’s still Christmas. January 6 marks the end of Christmastide with the celebration of Epiphany. This is when we remember the visit of the Wise Men or Magi. Take a moment and re read Matthew’s account of the visit of the Wise Men. […]