Advent and Christmas Seasons: On-line Resources for Roman Catholics, Orthodox, Anglicans and Protestant Christians   In this section of the Crossroads Library, we've assembled on-line resources for the Seasons of Advent and Christmas that enrich and explain the meaning of this special Season of Christ's first and second coming for individuals, families, and religious education classes.    Scroll down to view dynamic Advent and Christmas readings, prayers, and handouts that will help you get the most out this celebration of the Incarnation, whether you are Roman Catholic, Orthodox, Anglican or Protestant, covering every dimension of this wonderful nativity season from the longing of Israel for the Messiah to infancy narratives of the gospels covering the birth of John the Baptist, his role as forerunner of the Messiah and a voice crying out in the wilderness, the roles of St. Joseph and the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Anunciation, the Visitation, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, the birth and childhood of Jesus, all the way through his baptism in the Jordan River.   We even cover the Jewish Feast of Hanukah!    Other features and tradition of the season, such as the Advent Wreathe, St. Lucy's Day, the O Antiphons, the Jesse Tree,  a truly spiritual approach to Christmas gift-giving, Saint Nicholas or Santa Claus, the Nativity or Manger Scene and the Christmas Tree are also covered by these Catholic Resources for Advent and Christmas.  The various traditions after Christmas day are also included: the Octave of Christmas, the Feasts of the Holy Family and Mary, the Mother of God, the Twelve Days of Christmas, the Feast of the Epiphany with the Magi or Three Kings, and the Wedding Feast of Cana, the Lord's first miracle.   The Season of Advent and the Season of Christmas present a wonderful teaching opportunity for the Christian Community.  But we have a choice to make: we can distract ourselves with the commercial tinsel forgetteing the "reason for the Season," or we can immerse ourselves in the great Christian Tradition, enriching our faith as we make our way through holidays that refresh and renew us individuals and strengthen the bonds of families and Churches.  The following on-line resources are offered as aids to those who choose the second of the two options.   Have questions about St. Nicholas and Santa Claus - be sure to stop by The Saint Nicholas Center!   If you would like to sign up for our free weekly e-mail with Dr. D'Ambrosio's commentary on the Sunday readings, links to timely seasonal resources, updates on where Dr. D will be speaking, a chance to WIN a FREE CD and MORE, be sure to CLICK HERE!      Curtis Stephan - Born to Us - Christmas CD Celebrate Christmas with Curtis Stephan - 14 Holiday Songs! "Born to us" Christmas music CD by Curtis Stephan, contemporary Christian Music. Curtis Stephan is a consumate composer, vocalist, and performer who prays his songs so that they raise your mind and heart when you listen. $15.00