The Star of Bethlehem

How much do you know about the Star of Bethlehem?  Is it just a myth? A few lines of scripture that we pass over every year in December?  After watching this amazing documentary, you will see how
For God so loved the world that he gave^* his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life. -(John 3:16)
God has put in place before creation his plan for the universe that we may see signs and wonders in the sky. One of those wonders is........

 The Star of Bethlehem

                     Don't forget to watch the Bonus Feature!

God has truly used Mr. Larson in a unique way!  I will always be in awe on how God works!

Here are the links to watch the show on YouTube:

Click here to watch The Star of Bethlehem

Click here to watch the bonus material

Here are the links to Mr. Larson's website and research material:

Click here to go to Rick Larson's website

Click here to go to the research material

I think this is a great way to bring the message of Christ and in the light of the New Evangelization.  I just bought two copies of this DVD and will be passing on this message to anyone that will hear.
Click here to go to Amazon and get your copy

Now the song Do You Hear What I Hear has a another special meaning for me.

MERRY CHRISTMAS

AND

HAPPY NEW YEAR 

 

Don't forget to give your house a blessing for the New Year!

Catholic Prayer: Blessing of the Home on Epiphany

20+C+M+B+14

The Communion of Saints

In November's meeting I discussed the Communion of Saints. Since November 2nd is the feast day of All Saints Day.  Here is my outline of what was discussed:

Communion of Saints

1.    What comes to mind when we say the communion of saints?

2.    What is the meaning of the communion of saints?

a.     Great Cloud of Witnesses

b.    Holy men and women whose journey in this world was sanctified.

c.     One body many parts

d.    Biblical references

3.    Confusion of terms:

a.     praying

b.    worshiping

c.     honoring

4.    Necromancy? Are we talking to the dead?

a.     Mediums, psychics, New Age teachings

b.    Charism of Discernment of Spirits

c.     Charism of Prophecy

5.    Do you know the biographies of the saints?

a.     Patron Saints: A patron is considered to be a defender of a specific group of people or of a nation. There is a patron for virtually every cause, profession or special interest.

6.    Who is your favorite saint?

If you would like more information on this subject here are a few reference sites:

Saint Michael's Basic Training : Apologetics

Catholic Answers Magazine

CCC 946-962
 
The Catholic Understanding of the Saints: Isn't Christ the 'One Mediator'?

wordonfire.org The Communion of Saints : Solemnity of All Saints