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St. John the Apostle Feast date: Dec 27 St. John, the son of Zebedee and brother of St. James the Great, was called to be an Apostle by our Lord …

First let a little love find entrance into their hearts, and the rest will follow. — St. Philip Neri

The ancient commemoration of the birth of our Lord and Savior resounds through the ages and occupies a pivotal place in the Christian life. Faithful around the world mark the …

An aspect of the Christmas story we often fail to notice is the way that God, through the Incarnation, became a burden to Mary and Joseph and the people around …

Looking for a way to go into the new year with some extra grace? Did you know the Church offers TWO chances for plenary indulgences as we ring in the …

Every December, as huge chunks of the world deck the halls and trim the trees, a special breed of pilot decides that standard flight patterns are beneath (pun intended) them. …

The dreadful murder of Rob and Michele Reiner, allegedly at the hands of their son, has returned the filmmaker’s work to greater prominence in recent days. No doubt some families …

Pictorial Press Ltd / AlamyCary Elwes and Robin Wright star in ‘The Princess Bride’ (1987). COMMENTARY: The beloved film echoes a truth taught from the manger and proclaimed by the …

Clergy, churches and other religious organizations wrestle with how to mark one of the most important Christian holidays while also serving an immigrant population in crisis.