Hmm, is this really a religious issue? Should we care how retailers want to mark what is essentially just an annual shopping frenzy? Is this how Catholics are to celebrate Advent anyway?

When I was growing up in Poland in the 70's, there was no Christmas shopping season as such. Christmas started on Christmas Eve and shopping and preparation was done mostly privately and only by adults. Yes, we didn't live in a capitalist society, but it also reflected our Catholic culture. As far as I know, … [More]

How I dislike the term "political correctness". As a mere mortal and Catholic, I have my limitations and cannot content everyone. Political correctness in my view can only be applied if one holds oneself accountable for one's honest and true views and stands up for them. Yes this might lead to some people not having what they want (and in this case it's totally disregarding the ban) but in no way and this with the aid of God and with the notion of discernment should one give into the facility … [More]

If the run-up to Christmas weren't so profitable.....the powers that be would have got rid of it long ago. But the retailers depend on Christmas shopping.....that's why Christmas remains