In this week's Let's Talk About This, Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. reflects on tradition, warning against celebrations that keep the sentiment while sidelining Christ Himself. Drawing on Scripture, the Church Fathers, and emotive Christmas poetry, he identifies the most decisive event of human history. He concludes with Weekend Readiness, preparing you for Sunday Mass.

Show Notes

Are Your Christmas Traditions Fire or Ashes?

The O Antiphons: A Sacred Countdown to Christmas

Christmas Traditions: Ashes or Fire

Can't Go Home for Christmas? | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.

Advent: Time to Take Out the Trash! (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)

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Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works!

"Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist

Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify

Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel

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Christmas and Tradition (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/19/25