Category Archives: History

Taking an Oath

Posted on January 9, 2019 by vanbraman

In the news this month there has been a lot of coverage of the swearing in of the new office holders in the House of Representatives. Facebook is awash with links to articles from one end of the political spectrum … Continue reading →

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An After Christmas Carol

Posted on December 26, 2018 by vanbraman

Did you know that there is a carol for the day after Christmas? First we have to look at what is special about the day after Christmas. December 26th is St. Stephen’s Day in the Catholic church calendar of saints. … Continue reading →

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