The holiday film Home Alone remains a seasonal favorite, repeatedly replayed on television from Thanksgiving to Christmas. Though fans of the film recall young Kevin’s skill in protecting his home and the slapstick antics that befall the two would-be “Wet Bandits,” a poignant vignette is sandwiched between these memorable scenes. Having overheard the bandits plan to rob his home at nine in the evening, Kevin makes a trip to the store for incidentals

The Worker and the Work

The most careful reading of the Gospels reveals very little information concerning him, and yet all of that is complimentary. St. Matthew used the word righteous to describe him and referred to him as a descendant of King David. What few recorded events involve him show him to be godly, obedient, devoted to his

Decorate Your Life

Retailers make the transitions earlier each year. Back to School pencils and pants are followed by Halloween costumes and candy, and these are immediately followed by Christmas displays of every kind. Christmas trees, wrapping paper, garland and gift displays aren’t uncommon mid-September, even before the arrival of

Birthplace of the Prince of Peace

From the Stewardship Today Archives, December 2009

The Bethlehem of childhood is a settled place of innocence and whimsy, more theatrical scene than celebrated site. Not so much the vista of a city but the view of