December though Down Under is summertime. Families go to the beach at Christmastime, as Jews in Sydney were at Bondi Beach ...

There’s something sacred about Christmas Eve. The candles flicker, the carols rise, and for a moment the world seems to hush.

Prague has announced that several landmarks and museums will remain open on Dec. 24, the zoo offers discounts, and more ...

Charleston area pastors, including Rev. Eric Manning of Mother Emanuel AME, share what it means that Jesus was born as we head into the Christmas season.

Advent can be observed in different ways, but I have chosen the one with its themes in this order: hope, peace, joy, and love. Whoever came up with that order was saving the best for last. Because ...

on the Liturgical CALENDAR : ADVENT IV – O Antiphon’s O Rex Gentium ...

As the midwinter darkness enfolds us, we can make time for contemplation as much as action, prayer as much as protest.

Janet Hommel Mangas grew up on the east side of Greenwood. The Center Grove area resident and her husband are the parents of ...

Newark Advocate Faith Works columnist Jeff Gill discusses themes of Advent over time and how they can be applied today.

What brings you happiness and is your source and cause of delight? Make your list and check it twice. The rose color is ...

That’s what Advent should be – though I would have preferred it without the broken ribs. Even so, lying in a hospital bed, resting, and being still meant quiet time for prayer, reflecting on God’s ...

In his final reflection for Advent, Deacon Franz Fruehwald explores the quiet and resolute faith of St. Joseph. He shows us ...