Let’s face it. Catholics around the world fall into one of two camps: those who celebrate Halloween – sometimes going all out – and those who will avoid it at all costs. THIS POST IS FOR THOSE WHO CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN Whether you are like me, and dread … Continue readingHalloween and Catholic Evangelization
Amongst Christians there is a debate on whether it is fine or demonic to participate in Halloween. I’ve watched a few videos of Christians explaining to me how Halloween – costumes, pumpkins, trick or treating, even the date, all have pagan and demonic roots and … Continue readingIn Defense of Halloween
If you are spending today putting the finishing touches on your children’s All Saints’ Day costumes, or the completed costumes are already hanging by the front door ready for the party, I salute you! If you saw the announcement about your parish All Saints’ Day … Continue readingNo-Sew All Saints’ Day Costume {for the procrastinators!}
By Mary M. My birthday is on Halloween, and it hurts a little when Christian families, some of them friends of mine, belittle the day’s festivities, label them evil or ignore it altogether. I know their intent isn’t to damage my psyche, … Continue readingOf Ghosts, Goblins, and Birthdays