For those who observe Orthodox Christmas, the celebration begins Wednesday. Following the Julian calendar, some Orthodox ...

Orthodox Christmas explained: why millions celebrate on January 7, calendar differences, traditions, fasting, and global ...

The contextual, bigger story of the nativity and Jesus’ childhood is relevant today, in our times of fracturing and “othering ...

With Emperor Constantine's intervention and the Christian religion's legitimisation, which gave rise to the free practice of the faith in the then Roman Empire that comprised parts of Asia, Africa and ...

Sometimes, when we lose something, we search for it everywhere, only to overlook the fact that what we are looking for is ...

The savior Christians celebrate was born in a cave, fled as a refugee to Egypt, and taught radical compassion for the vulnerable—lessons worth remembering this holiday season.

Did Christmas came from Saturnalia? Some say yes while others claim that it emerged organically. And what about Jesus' real ...

Growing up in rural Louisiana, I always found the Christmas season to be a joyous time of the year. A time when we forget about the weight of our problems. It is a time of hope, peace, joy and love.

A Nativity set, or crèche, is a three-dimensional representation of the birth of Jesus Christ. Some elements of a Nativity set are included because they are mentioned in the Bible. Other figures or ...

POCATELLO — Local residents will be able to enjoy an immersive nativity scene experience complete with actors and live animals Wednesday evening. The annual event, which is now in its fourth year, is ...

A South Carolina beautification committee refused to take down a Nativity scene after the mayor ordered its removal, citing separation of church and state.