Matt Arnold, editor of The Christian Parapsychologist Journal, explores the origins of Halloween and suggests they are firmly rooted in the Church

Much has been written by Christians about the subject of whether or not we should be celebrating Halloween. Some see the celebration as originating in satanic influences and, therefore, should not be touched by Christians who should seek to avoid all forms of evil. I was brought up in this kind of church tradition. However, my God-fearing mother was more laid back, and I remember her decorating the house with cut-outs of witches on broomsticks, pumpkins and ghosts… (Register to read the rest of the article)