The question of wearing a tie is usually not one that I raise often. When I was in the classroom as a teacher, I typically wore a tie every day. As a pastor I do when necessary (funerals, weddings, etc.) and when I preach it is often in an open-collar, but just as likely as with a tie on.

And then comes Christmas. I like wearing scenes of the season, but from the religious and the civilian traditions. So, when you visit our church during the Holiday season you'll see me "simply wearing a wonderful Christmas tie!" (enjoy the song that inspired this post:)