What then is Easter? It is God’s Spirit within us, alive and active, an inspiration, a force, enjoyed in all its abundance.

Easter Sunday stands as the pinnacle of the Christian liturgical calendar, especially for Catholics, marking the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. It is considered the foundation of the ...

Tserenchimed Chuluunbaatar wanted a peaceful life in retirement, now he will be getting it within the Catholic Church ...

15 1220 If water springing up from the earth symbolizes life, the water of the sea is a symbol of death ... celebration 1234 The meaning and grace of the sacrament of Baptism are clearly seen ...

Holy Saturday falls between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, marking the solemn time when Jesus was in the tomb after his ...

According to a La Croix survey, 16% of those being baptized this Easter say the Notre Dame fire sparked their faith journey.

As the liturgy drew to a close and the congregation departed in silence, Cardinal McElroy’s homily left the faithful with ...

1285 Baptism, the Eucharist ... Anointing, in Biblical and other ancient symbolism, is rich in meaning: oil is a sign of abundance and joy; 103 it cleanses (anointing before and after a bath ...

Maundy Thursday is one of the celebrations in the holy week of Good Friday. This day is remembered for the Last Supper that ...

This corrosive element also has a negative meaning throughout the Old Testament ... Further reading: The symbol, a source of harmony The “condiment of condiments” for the Greeks has a divine ...

Learn about the Easter basket blessing tradition that brings families together in Poland and Ukraine on Holy Saturday.