This year, the 40-day-long Christian fast called Lent began on March 5 and will end on April 17. It seems the word ‘Lent’ ...

1213 Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit (vitae spiritualis ianua) , 4 and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism ...

Columnist: There are many opinions on the subject of baptism but the important thing is what the Lord has declared.

Last Sunday was one of the most special days of my life - I had the incredible privilege of baptizing both my son and daughter. As a pastor, baptizing my own children wasn’t just part of my duty; it ...

To address these issues on baptism, we need to begin with the words ... "in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." [Matt. 28:19] This command from Jesus would be a waste ...

Roman Catholics connect salvation to participation in church sacraments such as baptism, confirmation, and the Eucharist.

Luke 11:49-50 (KJV) says: “Therefore also said the wisdom of God, I will send them prophets and apostles, and some of them ...

Luke’s vision of Jesus is deeply attuned to God’s compassion, justice and concern for those most impoverished and ...

The miraculous origin of the spring at Lourdes in France is well-documented, but in Ireland, there are about 3,000 holy wells ...

The transfiguration prepares us for the passion, death and resurrection of the Lord. St. Luke’s telling of the event draws us into the mystery of divine love, a love that embraces human suffering and ...

More than 450 catechumens took their next step into entering the Catholic Church at the Rite of Election, presided over by ...

Larry Sanger, co-founder of Wikipedia, announced Feb. 5 that he’s no longer an atheist but has become a Christian.