February is now upon us.  Many people look at the month of February as a month with not much to do and absent of Christian holidays on the calendar. But that is not true.  February has several holidays that appear to be secular, but have Christian origins. February is a month where looking outside we see some blue skies, but most is gray.  No flowers blooming, no leaves on the trees, and we look to a groundhog to tell us how much longer this will last.  February 2 is Groundhog Day.  However, Groundhog Day was originally Candlemas Day.  Candlemas is observed on February 2nd and marks the return of light, a symbol of protection and prosperity. This Christian festival commemorates the presentation of Jesus at the Temple of Jerusalem, referring to him as the light of the people of Israel. Then of course on February 12th, though not a Christian holiday, we have a national holiday.  Super Bowl Sunday.  Millions will tune in AFTER CHURCH, to see who the new NFL champions will be. On February 14th we observe St. Valentine’s Day.  A day when we give and receive flowers and candy and often go out for a special dinner.  We think of that mischievous little cherub shooting arrows into the...