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August 15, 2022

Christmas

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THE WORD: And this shall be a sign unto you

December 24, 2021 North State Journal Staff

As we celebrate Christmas this weekend, many Americans will celebrate in homes adorned with decorations and with traditional meals on the table. As you read the Biblical account of the birth of Jesus and the […]

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XAVIER: The White House’s attempt to steal Christmas can remind us of the true meaning of the holiday

December 24, 2021 Stephen Xavier

Going back as far as August 2021, President Biden and Vice President Harris were “warning” Americans that due to supply-chain issues, we shouldn’t expect a very Merry Christmas and to plan accordingly.  For many in […]

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Across US, houses of worship struggle to rebuild attendance

December 23, 2021 David Crary, Associated Press

When Westminster United Methodist Church in Houston resumed in-person services late last year, after a seven-month halt due to COVID-19, there were Sundays when only three worshippers showed up, according to the pastor, Meredith Mills.  […]

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Holiday season lights a bright spot amid pandemic resurgence

December 23, 2021 David Sharp, Associated Press

CUMBERLAND, Maine — The holiday season is shining brightly during the pandemic as businesses pour money into extravagant light shows to spread cheer.  From Maine to California, more light shows have launched during the pandemic, […]

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‘We have stock’: Smaller stores aim for last-minute shoppers

December 22, 2021 Mae Anderson, Associated Press

NEW YORK — After a wearying nearly two years of the pandemic, independent retailers are cautiously hoping their holiday seasons will be bright, despite the challenges this year ranging from supply chain snags to shortages […]

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WHATLEY: Biden’s failed policies are dampening the Christmas spirit

December 22, 2021 Michael Whatley

This Christmas, as families across North Carolina feel the pinch of rising prices, a supply-chain crisis and an 8-year high in gas prices, celebrating the holiday season is more difficult than ever. Under Joe Biden’s […]

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SpaceX launches Christmas presents, supplies to station

December 22, 2021 Marcia Dunn, Associated Press

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — SpaceX launched Christmas gifts, goodies and supplies to the International Space Station on Tuesday and got a present in return: the company’s 100th successful rocket landing.   The predawn liftoff from […]

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HILL: You don’t have to give everything to give enough

December 22, 2021 Frank Hill

This Christmas, remember you don’t have to give your children, family and friends “everything” to give them what they need most and really want anyway: your love, affection and attention.  When Jesus told the rich […]

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Inflation squeezes holiday budgets for low-income shoppers

December 22, 2021 Anne D'Innocenzio, Associated Press

Retailers may be forecasting record-breaking sales for the holiday shopping season, but low-income customers are struggling as they bear the brunt of the highest inflation in 39 years.  The government’s report last week that consumer […]

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THE WORD: Gloria in excelsis Deo

December 18, 2021 North State Journal Staff

As the advent season draws to a close this Sunday, the celebration of Christmas is upon us. As we hustle for potentially out-of-stock presents and wait on delayed packages, we hear a similar refrain about […]

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