Monthly Archives: December 2014

We continue our discussion of the supporting actors in the Christmas story with Luke 2:8–18. The shepherds 8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the … Continue reading →

The vast majority of Christmas songs focus on the birth of Christ, and rightfully should. However, there are a few that tell of others involved in the Christmas story; the supporting actors.  This is the first of two posts about these … Continue reading →

The word carol comes from the old French word carole, a circle dance accompanied by singers. Carols were very popular as dance songs during the 12 through 14th centuries, after which their use expanded as songs sung during festivals.  Because they are … Continue reading →