Vatican publishes schedule of papal Christmas liturgies
November 29, 2023
VATICAN CITY — As Vatican workers continued to decorate the Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square and to erect a platform for the Nativity scene,
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Catholics can receive a plenary indulgence by praying before a Nativity scene
November 27, 2023
This year, Catholics will be able to receive a plenary indulgence from Dec. 8, the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary,
Vatican Nativity scene to honor 800th anniversary of St. Francis’ creche
November 17, 2023
VATICAN CITY — On the 800th anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi setting up the first Nativity scene, the creche in St. Peter’s Square in
‘The Chosen’ Christmas special is a ‘beautiful experience,’ show’s creator says
November 8, 2023
On Nov. 1 the hit Christian series “The Chosen” released the trailer to its upcoming Christmas special, one that will be shown exclusively in theaters
Listen to the cries of the newborn Prince of Peace, pope says on Christmas
December 28, 2022
VATICAN CITY — With the birth of Jesus, God became flesh to share the joys and sorrows, hopes and fears of all people, especially the
Guitarist’s gift cards to needy families bring Christmas joy
December 21, 2022
ST. PAUL, Minn. — With her immediate family in Mexico, Rosana Hernandez works full time and sometimes overtime at a warehouse to support herself and
How to pray the ‘Christmas Novena’ that’s been said for 300 years
December 16, 2022
An Italian priest named Father Charles Vachetta is credited with writing a novena in 1721 to inspire his parishioners during Advent. Today, that novena is
‘O Holy Night’ tops all hymns used in churches in December, according to poll
December 16, 2022
WASHINGTON — The Christmas carol “O Holy Night” ranked first in a list of hymns most played in December at Christian churches in the United
Christmas shopping? Check out these gifts handmade by monks and nuns
December 9, 2022
If you’re looking for unique handmade gifts for those on your list this Christmas, you’re going to love these delicious treats and original crafts created
Volunteer helps children with parents in prison receive Christmas gifts
December 9, 2022
MENDOTA, Minn. — A small article in a Christian magazine caught Bob O’Connell’s eye in 1982. It described a national program that provides Christmas presents
