Krampus: An excuse for a drunken party?

Krampus Movie Poster COGwriter Many probably have never heard of Krampus. But there have been a few movies focused on this creature. The Krampus holiday usually runs from December 5 through December 7. How well it may be ‘observed’ in 2020 is questionable  because of COVID restrictions. Here is some of what National Geographic reported […]

Mike Gendron on Uncertainty and Purgatory

“Elijah in the wilderness“ COGwriter In his newsletter today, Mike Gendron had the following: Assurance in the Midst of Uncertainty In the midst of the mounting uncertainty and instability facing the future of our nation, we can take comfort in knowing that our great God and Savior is sovereign over the affairs of all nations. […]

COVID: USA and Canada intend to further increase debt

(Pixabay picture) COGwriter The damage that the USA and Canadian federal, state/provincial, and local governments have caused the economy with COVID policies has been tremendous. Millions lost their jobs. Many small businesses have closed. Landlords have been excessively squeezed. The airline, restaurant, hotel, and other travel related industries have been devastated. Even the oil and […]

December has several non-biblical observances

COGWriter December has several non-biblical observances. For example, December 6th is observed by some to honor saint Nicholas. For another example, December 8th is observed by Roman, as opposed to Eastern Orthodox, Catholics as the ‘Feast of the Immaculate Conception.’ It is an official holiday for certain countries in Europe and Latin America. Here is […]