Three different theories trace the Christmas tree back to the 1400s or 1500s. Two others go even further back.
Saint Barbara is an early Christian martyr, the patroness of women, the family hearth and those who face danger. Her prayers ...
We have always loved live Christmas trees, and the trend these days is that people are returning to bringing a live tree into ...
Know the origins of Christmas traditions. Learn how the Nativity story, the legend of Santa Claus, and the pagan roots of the Christmas Tree came together.
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Exploring the CAN film controversy over 'A Very Dirty Christmas.' A look into religious sensitivity, artistic freedom, and misplaced outrage in Nigeria.
TikTok—specifically #witchtok—is fueling interest in paganism. Here’s how to immerse yourself in full moon rituals, spellcasting, and more. The Ivana Kupala festival, in Kyiv, Ukraine, is part of an ...
Fuji musician KWAM 1's bid for the Awujale crown is rejected by his royal family. Discover why his temperament makes him unfit for the revered throne.
Catacombs of Domitilla, Rome, Italy(Courtesy Pontifical Commission for Sacred Archaeology) Deep in the heart of Rome’s largest catacombs, laser beams have unveiled stunning 1,600-year-old early ...
The Reds made their first big move of the offseason on Wednesday evening, re-signing closer Emilio Pagan to a two-year, $20 million deal. The deal has a player option at the end of the 2026 season.
What the Catechism of the Catholic Church says on "The Trinity:" 232. "Christians are baptized 'in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit' [Mt 28:19.] Before receiving the ...
A few days ago at a party, a friend came up to me and cheerily said, “Merry Chris–…” and then, catching herself, switched to ...
The Father is my hope. The Son is my refuge. The Holy Spirit is my protector. Glory to the holy and undivided Trinity, now and for ever. Let us praise the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit; let us ...