St. Nicholas Day

Today, December 6th, is the feast of St. Nicholas.

He was a wonderful bishop who generously gave to the poor and needy. He is the saint who is most like "Santa Claus," and was loved by everyone who knew him. He is my favorite saint which played a part in why we chose to name our son Nicholas. We pray that he intercedes for us in Heaven and asks Jesus to love and protect our Nicholas, here on Earth, always. I treasure this beautiful prayer and wanted to share it with you all on this special day:

God of joy and cheer, we thank you for your servant, the good bishop Nicholas. In loving the poor, he showed us your kindness; in caring for your children, he revealed your love. Make us thoughtful without need of reward so that we, too, may be good followers of Jesus.