Advent draws us to contemplate Christ's first coming, even as we expect his coming again in glory. The season contains an almost incomprehensible reality: God has become man, ...

Catholics celebrate the birth of the Virgin Mary, with the caption “Happy birthday, Mary!” I wish I could say Guadalupe is ...

The Jewish people in America have long punched above their demographic weight. Consider how deprived our science, music, letters, film and law would be ...

Here’s a quick explanation of what Advent means for Christians and Catholics, and the origins behind some other Christmas ...

Pope Leo XIV is on his first visit to Lebanon. He arrives at a pivotal time for the country, buffeted by conflict with Israel ...

Tepeyac in Mexico City each year, which is home to not one, but two basilicas dedicated to the Virgin of Guadalupe.

Here’s why Pope Leo’s recent visit to the submerged church in Turkey matters. Nicea is where the church formally recognized ...

Straddling the Rhine River and offering a glorious blend of Swiss, German and French culture, this city satisfies history ...

As Advent unfolds in the far north, Bishop Erik Varden says the season's power lies not in cheerfulness but in hope -- "light shining at the darkest point of the night." ...

St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Parish celebrated 100 years of faith and legacy Thursday morning as dozens gathered for a ...

This French Riviera town is perfect for an art-filled getaway - Henry Roberts discovers the galleries of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, ...

The modern papacy has focused on spiritual leadership and the pursuit of peace. After the two World Wars, it became a voice ...