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I love living and working near or in small towns. They are something that makes Leelanau County such a special place.

But, every once in a while, you just have to laugh at small towns and the "big news" they generate.

Read Historic tree to be chopped down in the Record Eagle

I guess a slow news day is better than a no news day!

I had read some positive reviews and comments, but did see this review today of The Nativity Story. Fr. Angelo Mary Gieger talks about some of the negatives about the movie, in particular how some scenes go "against Catholic Mariology".

The Nativity Story in no way compares to the masterpiece which is The Passion of the Christ, but it is at least sincere, untainted by cynicism, and a worthy effort by Hollywood to end the prejudice against Christianity in the public square. Whether considered in light of its virtues or its flaws, the movie provides an opportunity to catechize people about the true meaning of Christmas, about the real gift that is Jesus, and about His Holy, Ever Virgin Mother, Mary.

The subject matter of The Nativity Story lends itself so well to the promotion of true devotion to Mary. Unfortunately, the way in which it was treated will only confuse the ignorant and confirm them in Marian minimalism. Perhaps there is some hope that the likes of a Gibson will one day match the sublime Marian art of The Passion of the Christ with a Nativity story truly worthy of Our Lady.

You can read the entire review by following the link below...

Read The Nativity Story Not on Par with The Passion of Christ at Air Maria