but used at Christmas time, and the pomegranate, as seen above, which symbolizes the Church, because of the fruits almost countless seeds, and for the hope we place in the Resurrection.

In most churches, the decorations are red to symbolize the ... Holy Week observances began in Jerusalem in the earliest days of the Church, when devout people traveled to Jerusalem at Passover ...

SS. Cyril and Methodius Ukrainian Catholic Church in Olyphant celebrated Christmas on Dec. 25. The Divine Liturgy was ...

Pope Francis has proclaimed a Jubilee year in the Catholic Church, which began on Dec. 24, 2024, and will continue through ...

Luce carries symbols that have been associated with pilgrimage in Europe since the 12th century, particularly with the shrine ...

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles is playing a leading role in helping victims to recover from the disaster. And there are many ...

Unalaska’s Church of the Holy Ascension hasn’t had a resident priest for a few months, but that didn’t stop parishioners from ...

The School of Theology and Ministry presents Advent Lessons and Carols at St. Ignatius Church ... cookie decorating and crafts, musical performances, visits with baby animals, plus rides around campus ...

The newlyweds at their reception. Our ceremony was outside, which featured a long, white aisle from the church, decorated with green and white rose floral arrangements and gold chairs. We had a ...