St. Nicholas and Santa Claus
Jesus’ gifts of grace and salvation are not offered to only those who are good but to those in need. St. Nicholas, following in Jesus’ footsteps gave without “making a list and checking it twice.”
Jesus’ gifts of grace and salvation are not offered to only those who are good but to those in need. St. Nicholas, following in Jesus’ footsteps gave without “making a list and checking it twice.”
I am endlessly charmed by the richness of this relatively small classic (my copy is only 130 pages), and there is just something about Dickens’ style I find to be fun, cheerful, and oftentimes profoundly thought-provoking and even deeply moving.
It is especially important for Catholics to have access to wholesome Advent resources to aid us in preparing our souls for the coming of the Lord.