The Archdiocese of Philadelphia will host its annual Blessing of the Nativity Scene on Dec. 17 at the Cathedral.

Many parish volunteers are hard at work decorating their church as they’ve done for years, while others place laser-focus on ...

Holiday traditions evolve with the times, and if you take a step back, it’s fascinating to see how they reflect the culture ...

Forget matching holiday PJs or that pickle tucked in the Christmas tree. The most memorable holiday traditions don’t originate in shopping malls. They carry meaning, spark connection and don’t require ...

An Advent calendar has a way of turning December into pure magic. Each little surprise adds a spark of excitement to even the busiest mornings. For kids, it’s like a daily dose of holiday wonder; for ...

Hawaiʻi families look for ways to slow down in December and connect through shared traditions. Christmas decor can support that goal when it becomes something people build together.

Although Advent calendars have become hot-ticket items, they still reflect their ancient Christian meaning, writes Matthew Robert Anderson.

Not to alarm you, but we’re a matter of weeks away from Christmas – and already in Advent. Advent, which begins on the Sunday closest to November 30, lasts for four weeks. This year, it started on ...

What's a better way to count down the days until Christmas than with ... pickles? Advent calendars are a popular way to count down to Christmas, with a surprise each day. More traditional Advent ...

From one tea lover to the next, Tea Forté's 24-door advent calendar is an absolute treat. The festive tree-shaped gift set contains 24 different blends, including black, oolong, green, white and ...

Johannes Albl (left) and members of his family (including his brother, Markus, and his parents, Josef and Barbara Albl) pose ...

We, like Joseph, are invited to empty ourselves, choosing to abandon anything that can get in the way of our union with God or our collaboration with God's design for creation.