MJ Layton writes that the violence suffered by St. Stephen jolts us out of any sentimentality found in the crèche. With its resonances of Jesus’ crucifixion, his martyrdom takes us from the manger to the cross.
Spoiler Alert! Several months ago, my husband started recounting to me the latest audiobook on his playlist. As an engineer, he enjoys “hard” science...
Content warning: Miscarriage.
The defining feature of my life right now is that I am pregnant. Almost every casual conversation starts with either a “Congratulations!”...