Valentine's Day

Right on the heels of the Catholic church's denouncement of the ancient pagan festival known as Lupercalia came the rise in popularity of a new, church-sponsored festival: St. Valentine's Day. Did the festival itself change, or just the name? And is Valentine's Day something Christians should participate in?

St. Valentine, Cupid and Jesus Christ
Gary Petty

Its customs appear harmless, but is Valentine's Day really a Christian holiday? What are its origins? Could this seemingly innocent celebration promote unbiblical teachings?

Posted January 31, 2000 | 0 comments

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