MY PRIEST THE OTHER SUNDAY preached about Advent—no surprises there—and the tension between Advent’s waiting-period approach to Christmas, and America’s no-holds-barred commercialized celebration.

Meghan Markle talked about her kids, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, at the start of "With Love, Meghan: Holiday ...

In the late Middle Ages, Christianity was widespread in Europe and Christmas celebrations every December were the norm in ...

“He has shown strength with his arm; he has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts. He has brought down the ...

Discover the magic of German Christmas markets in Stuttgart, Rothenburg, and Munich. Learn about Glühwein, local crafts, and 500-year-old holiday traditions.

From where to cut your tree or see Santa to the best ways to spend New Year's Eve, here's your winter holiday guide for 2025.

O Lord, How Shall I Meet You” is a perfect Lutheran hymn for the weeks before Christmas, but shoppers will never hear it ...

Jisha Steffi moved to the UK in 2001 from Kerala and volunteers at church services to teach children prayers in Malayalam In ...

Advent “Coming” begins a new liturgical year for the Church and celebrates three comings of Christ: His birth into history 2000 years ago, which split time into BC/AD (contemplate that); his coming at ...

By Rev’d Fiifi AFENYI-DONKOR As the year draws to a close, Ghanaian streets glow with festive lights. Churches and homes prepare to celebrate Christmas, the joyous arrival of Christ. Advent, the ...

This year I’ve switched gears, opting for a new mother-daughter tradition that inspired me to slow down and savor the season.

An Advent wreath is circular and symbolizes everlasting life and unending love. The arrangement is used to put our attention on the meaning of Christmas. The candles, in particular, put our focus on ...