The priest where I go, in Overland Park, calls for us to kneel down at the end of Mass and say, he says, “one ‘Hail Mary’ for ...

Reflecting on global conflicts, Francis expressed gratitude for those working toward dialogue and negotiations in war zones.

Ethiopia’s Orthodox Christians are celebrating Christmas with prayers for peace in the Horn of Africa nation that has faced ...

Prayer beads count prayers or chants that are repeated. It’s a touchable and tranquilizing experience besides being an ...

“While our intentions [last year] were good,” Church officials said in a joint statement, “many around the world ... Christians will concentrate on Christian prayers and prayers for peace ...

This is the latest in a Saturday series of stories and photographs featuring local holiday traditions. JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – For ...

Pope Francis has called for a “negotiation” to end the war in Ukraine in a Christmas Day message where he appealed for ...

More than anything else during these past months, this election season has depleted our reservoir of peace ... and some Christian denominations. Using beads for ornamentation or prayer is ...

In his Angelus address on Dec. 26, Pope Francis reflected on Stephen’s last words as he was being stoned to death: “Lord, do ...

Fasting doesn t twist God s arm; it realigns our heart with His and gets us back on track; it gives us wisdom and discernment for crucial issues ...

Christmas prayers are generally centered on acknowledging and celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, as well as giving glory ...

Father, hear our prayers for the salvation ... Among all nations Your salvation. We put the world in your hands. Fill us with your love and grant us peace through Christ, Our Lord.