Thoughhe was doubter at first, the Apostle Thomas (c. 10-60) came to believe thatChrist was not only risen from the dead, but proclaimed Him “my Lord and myGod.”
His anticipation of the fullrevelation of the Kingdom has been celebrated on December 21 since at least the fifth century. Traditionally this has been a day forwell-wishing—friends, neighbors, and loved ones going out of their way toremember other and to bless one another. Though Christmas cards were a Victorian innovation, they were originally conceivedas a kind of St. Thomas’ Day gesture of kindness, encouragement, andgraciousness.