Dysfunctional Families

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The Nativity, '100 Percent Without Cynicism'

'The Nativity Story' director and screenwriter discuss the joys and challenges of filming one of the most famous stories ever.

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The Great American Seder Movie

'When Do We Eat?' applies Christmas-movie conventions to Passover--family tensions and annoying cliches included.

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Families: Not All They're
Cracked Up to Be

When we talk about 'family values,' we forget that some families can be downright dysfunctional.

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On the Road to Family Values

Robin Williams, Kristin Chenoweth, and Jeff Daniels talk about 'RV'-- and the joys and challenges of family road trips.

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Have an Imperfectly Happy Holiday

Overcoming the blues in this season of high expectations.

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You Are Already O.K.

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Loose Canon Archive: November 2004

Charlotte Hays's daily weblog on religion, spirituality, and politics.

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Next Stop for America's Catholic Church

The scandal exposed how isolated bishops, priests, and laity are from each other. But it also points the way to positive change.

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Spiritual Aftershocks

Suffering from frazzled nerves, a busted diet, nightmares? Here are ways to get your life back on track.

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Churches Minister to the Mentally Ill

Illinois parishes provide education about and support for those who suffer from depression.

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