The visit of shepherds to see the Christ child is a prominent part of the Christmas story and is told in the second chapter of Luke in the Bible.

A few years ago, Matt Chandler – pastor of the Village Church – wrote a Bible study on the Apostles’ Creed.

For years as an adult, I used to only read nonfiction, thinking those were the only books that were worthwhile.

Now comes the quiet time of year in field and forest, as the hush of winter begins to settle over the land.

She ran over her purse with a school bus when she was taking said school bus out for the bus-drivers test.

The New Year brings many traditions, from “Watch Night” services to a hearty meal of black-eyed peas and collards.

I was home for Christmas in 1958.

What’s so magical about Christmas?

Once, a member asked me if I allowed the congregation to sing Christmas hymns before Christmas.

Not sure what field I was stepping in, I said, “Sure, I have no problem with that.”