Below are three previous blog posts on good St. Nicholas - who was a bishop, a generous man, and a staunch defender of the faith. Learn more about St. Nicholas and be inspired by his love of Our Lord and perhaps take on some of the traditions surrounding his feast day for his whole family! 

Get to Know the Real St. Nicholas

Most of us know and love the popular Christmas song “Jolly Old Saint Nicholas,” but here’s some more information on the REAL “jolly old St. Nicholas.”  This saint’s legends over the years morphed into who we know in the United States as “Santa Claus” but the real saint’s life is far more inspiring than the character we know as Santa Claus.

What is the Amazing True Story of Santa Claus?

St. Nicholas was born during the third century.  His parents were wealthy, and raised him to be a Christian.  He used his entire inheritance to assist those as Christ would – the needy, the sick, and the suffering.  St. Nicholas became Bishop of Myra while a young man and was known for his generosity to those in need and his love for children. There are numerous legends surrounding St. Nicholas’ generosity. 

A Dialogue at the Tavern: St. Nicholas and Santa Claus

Imagine if Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus had a conversation. To set the scene a little, imagine a tavern on a dark December evening. Santa Claus ambles in, pipe in hand, and orders a hot chocolate at the bar. He spies a man sitting at the end of the bar drinking a glass of mulled wine and reading a book...