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Is Christmas Still a Religious Holiday?

December 30th, 2016

“Our many different cultures notwithstanding, there's something about the holidays that makes the planet communal. Even nations that do not celebrate Christmas can't help but be caught up in the collective spirit of their neighbors, as twinkling lights dot t

Political & Religious Controversy 73 Comments

The Epidemic of Holiday Drunk Driving

December 21st, 2016

Everyone looks forward to the holiday season. It’s a time filled with good cheer, family gatherings, and general merriment. However, all this joy can easily turn to tragedy if drivers are not careful.

Life and Death 5 Comments

The Greatest Story Ever Sold - How Materialism Became a Religion

December 5th, 2016

Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Bodhi Day, Winter Solstice, Yule, Pancha Ganapti, etc etc. December brings with it a host of traditional holidays across the religious spectrum.

Political & Religious Controversy 64 Comments

How Should You Respond to "Merry Christmas" if You Don't Celebrate?

January 4th, 2016

Everywhere you go, everyone is wishing you a Merry Christmas. If you don't celebrate Christmas, it can feel a bit isolating. Here are some tips on how to handle it.

Christian 64 Comments

Are We Too Focused on Gift Giving on Christmas?

December 30th, 2015

When it comes to Christmas, what is the first thing you think of? Perhaps it is opening gifts on Christmas day? Or taking your children to see Santa? Are we actually forgetting the reason for the season?

Christian 30 Comments

The Red Cup Controversy - Starbucks declaring war on Christmas?

November 10th, 2015

Are People Really Offended Over the Starbucks Cup? It seems that the Christmas season begins earlier and earlier each year (and no, this isn't just us getting older!).

Political & Religious Controversy 127 Comments

ULC Ministers and the “Religion” of Shopping

December 6th, 2012

Americans couldn’t wait until Black Friday to get their hands on cheap Christmas presents this year--they were already storming the nation’s big-box stores on Thanksgiving Day, even starting riots.

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