The day known by most of society as Boxing Day is also the second day of the Christmas Season. In the liturgical calendar, it is known simply as the Feast of Stephen, perhaps most well known through its reference in the Christmas Carol Good King Wenceslas, which is a poetic rendering of the story of this good King.
Then there's the third day of Christmas, which is also reserved for the celebration of the Feast of Saint John the Evangelist. This is the disciple Jesus loved, as he was referred to in the fourth gospel. There is a really good reflection about the meaning of these three words. It might help us to more deeply appreciate the importance of this little-known apostle, and the importance of this day.
These are days for celebrating with family and friends. These are days for rest and relaxation. These are days for coming closer to the saints who guide us through this period of Christmas rejoicing. These are days for receiving the gifts prepared for us.
Then there's the third day of Christmas, which is also reserved for the celebration of the Feast of Saint John the Evangelist. This is the disciple Jesus loved, as he was referred to in the fourth gospel. There is a really good reflection about the meaning of these three words. It might help us to more deeply appreciate the importance of this little-known apostle, and the importance of this day.
These are days for celebrating with family and friends. These are days for rest and relaxation. These are days for coming closer to the saints who guide us through this period of Christmas rejoicing. These are days for receiving the gifts prepared for us.
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