“But I fail to see how that (not buying gifts) would bring back the essence of Christmas. And I don't think it would affect retailers. Besides, that's part of the joy of Christmas - to give someone a gift to show your appreciation for them.” ThinkingGivingShowsJoyFailingEssenceAppreciationChristmasBuyingRetailersChristmas Joy Author:Mathew Staver
“Have you been working on Sunday? Have you been buying or selling without necessity in the course of this holy day? Give to the poor some alms which will exceed the profit you have made.” GivingMadeCoursesPoorHolyProfitSellingBuyingSundayExceedAlmsHoly Days Author:John Vianney