Everyone has their own beloved traditions — especially when it comes to the holidays. While some start to decorate their tree and sing Christmas carols on Nov. 1, others wait […] ...

On 25 December, Catholics celebrate one of the most important Christian holidays – the Nativity of Christ. It commemorates the birth of the Son of God, Jesus Christ, to the Virgin Mary.

The Mission San Jose parish is asking anyone who recognizes a man tied to a purse and Advent-candle theft to contact the ...

Receiving a chalk blessing at the doorway or decorating wooden boats instead of Christmas trees may seem unfamiliar to many outside the region Yet across Eastern and Central Europe, Christmas is ...

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

The 12th day after Christmas Day is traditionally celebrated as the Feast of the Epiphany, but was known in Ireland as Nollaig na mBan (Women’s Christmas) or Little Christmas. It was a day when roles ...

A cherished tradition in many churches and Christian homes during the four weeks leading up to Christmas is the use of an Advent wreath to ritually mark the time. The faithful can prayerfully count ...

As Christmas grows closer and closer, those who celebrate are busy with last minute preparations, including gift wrapping, holiday baking and celebration planning. However, for Christians, the weeks ...

CNA Staff, 30 November, 2025 / 12:25 pm (ACI Africa). Advent begins this year on Sunday, Nov. 30. Most Catholics — even those who don’t often go to Mass — know that Advent involves a wreath with ...

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