The story of Jesus’ birth has continued to shape and transform the world for more than 2,000 years. As we celebrate the birth of Christ, it’s essential to look deeper at the fascinating proclamations ...

While NYC has its own atheist holiday billboard brouhaha, a church in New Zealand is offering a billboard of the Virgin Mary holding a pregnancy test. 'Tis the season, everyone! According to St.

Advent is intended to prepare us for Christmas, and Advent 2022 is as long as Advent can get: 28 days. The theme of our reflections this year is Ad Jesum per Mariam — “To Jesus through Mary.” Mary, as ...

Pope Francis waves to faithful on the occasion of the Angelus noon prayer, in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican, Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2017. (Credit: Gregorio Borgia/AP.) Listen ROME – On the feast of the ...

For an estimated 2 billion believers worldwide, the Holy Family isn’t a myth but three real people who lived in ancient Palestine, Biblical figures whose lives can be told by way of geography, ...

Now we understand why Mary felt compelled and “hurried” to visit the pregnant Elizabeth for “about three months” thus “The Visitation.” Note that Elizabeth’s conception of the baby who grew to be John ...

Psychology suggests why we shouldn’t look down on the faith of the young. A version of this article was first published in the Advent Series from Science for the Church. To sign up for content like ...

Like most things in 2020, this will be an Advent unlike any other. But each day, you can still take a few minutes to reflect on the coming of our savior at Christmas with short reflections on ...

Christians around the world celebrate Dec. 25 as the birth of Jesus. But as many gather to exchange gifts, sing carols and marvel at Nativity scenes and Christmas trees, the story behind Jesus' ...