Ringing the handheld Sanctus bells during the consecration and elevation of the Host and chalice at Mass is a familiar sound ...

The three feasts that were dropped were Our Lady, Queen of Apostles, Our Lady of Ransom (which were celebrated only locally) and the Most Holy Name of Mary. The Mass for Our ... the restored Solemnity ...

Mary was granted this extraordinary privilege because of Her unique role in history as the Mother of God ... required of all Christians to God’s Plan. The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception ...

By turning our hearts to Mary, we experience a whole new horizon of prayer. By her gentle guidance, Mary shows us new depths ...

Some Christians criticize the Catholic Church for elevating Mary with the title: Mother of God. They claim that this title for Mary is not found in the Bible. Now it may be true that the Bible ...

The Roman rite does something similar on January 1, the final day of the Christmas Octave, celebrating the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. On this date, Eastern Churches commemorate the Circumcision ...

VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Francis has added the feast day of St. Teresa of Kolkata, a “beacon of hope” and an example of ...

Winthrop native Justin Pioppi is hoping to win “Survivor” so he can repay his mother for all that she ... farewell show may be true farewell Mass. State Lottery winners: 3 tickets worth ...

Discover the significance of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple, a powerful moment in the life of the Holy Family. Explore the connection to the Pidyon ha-Ben and the light of Christ.