38 The mystagogy of the celebration 1234 The meaning and grace of the sacrament of Baptism are clearly seen in the rites of its celebration. By following the gestures and words of this celebration ...

ELLEN ADARNA - Actress Ellen Adarna shared heartwarming moments from Baby Lili’s baptism, giving fans a glimpse of the special celebration.

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 ...

Two traditions: East and West 1290 In the first centuries Confirmation generally comprised one single celebration with Baptism, forming with it a "double sacrament," according to the expression of St.

In examining the Church documents related to catechesis, such as, Evangelii Nuntiandi (1974), Catechesi Tradendae (1979) and the catechetical directories of 1971 or 1997, as well as the Directory for ...

Celebrating Easter together might seem like a simple expression of union, but it can also breathe new life into efforts ...

So then, what is a way forward? A rethink of baptism Returning to the earlier analogy of a wedding celebration, I think we need to recapture some of the New Testament imagery that is offered to us in ...

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 ...

He said Florence Henderson, who starred in the TV sitcom The Brady Bunch, has also dined at the Old Grist Mill, as has Happy ...

In celebrating Lent and in every season of the liturgical year, it is good to recall the teaching of the Second Vatican ...

As the Diocese of Brooklyn began the Lenten season with Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of St. James in Downtown Brooklyn on Ash Wednesday, Bishop Robert Brennan opened the season of fasting, prayer, ...