In many countries, Dec 26, also known as Boxing Day, is better known as St Stephen s Day Stephen was the first Christian ...

In the 18th and 19th centuries, biblical scholars interested in parallels between ancient religious belief systems argued ...

Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, is the feast of the Holy Family. Mass reading: Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14; Psalm 128:1-2, 3, 4-5; Colossians 3:12-21 or 3:12-17; Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23. Over the Christmas Octave, the ...

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

The festive season is upon us once again, but have you ever wondered what Santa Claus has been up to for the 364 days leading to the one day we all celebrate?

With no confirmation of Jesus' birth and no mention of Christmas itself in the Bible, you may be wondering how the holiday ...

With no confirmation of Jesus' birth and no mention of Christmas itself in the Bible, you may be wondering how the holiday ...

With no confirmation of Jesus' birth and no mention of Christmas itself in the Bible, you may be wondering how the holiday ...

Why is Christmas on December 25th? A look at ancient solstice festivals, early Christian beliefs and the history behind the date.

Legends about Jesus’ early years circulated widely in the Middle Ages. Mary Dzon reflects on some of the stories.

By: Mary Dzon, University of Tennessee Manger scenes displayed around Christmastime usually feature an ox and an ass beside ...