Pope Francis celebrated first vespers for the vigil of the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, in St. Peter’s Basilica on Tuesday.

For Catholics, New Year's Day isn't just the first day of the new year: It's a day of holy obligation.

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The Christmas tree, a beloved symbol of the holiday season, has a rich history that dates back centuries. Initially, greenery ...

In the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, the jubilee cross that led the faithful into the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels was from its dedication in 2002.

New Year’s Day Wünschung or “wishing” is an example of what anthropologists call “sympathetic magic.” Its practice is nigh ...

Marked by solemn processions and prayers for hope in troubled times, Archbishop Bernard Hebda presided over two opening ...

On Dec. 31, while many people are preparing for their New Years Eve parties, some Roman Catholic Christians will also mark ...

Cardinal Baldassare Reina, Pope Francis’ vicar for the Diocese of Rome, described the event as “a gesture that renews our ...

In October the building will be illuminated in a light show featuring 30,000 images from its archive, while on 15 June a ...

Coventry is home to some of the most interesting and unique street names in the UK - and some have fascinating origins dating ...

As the season of Advent draws to a close, four local clergy have offered their perspectives of the importance of Advent as it ...