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.

Few scenes in the Christian imagination are as iconic as the three travelers kneeling before the infant Jesus, their camels ...

The early Christians saw the “weeks of years” as fulfilled in Jesus. The prophetic timetable became part of the early ...

From Magi To Kings. The Three Kings have inspired countless customs and traditions, and no nativity scene would be complete without them. A look at the newborn baby Jesus' three wondrous visitors and ...

Candles of joy, despite all the sadness. Candles of hope where despair keeps watch. Candles of courage where fear is ever ...

ENDEAVORWatching my grandson perform in their annual Christmas play was, indeed, a gratifying experience. As I reflect on the meaning of Christmas, I ...

The Rt Rev Rosie Frew has composed a special Christmas reflection for Herald readers. She talks to our Writer at Large about the need to love ...

One of four fast days commemorating the siege of Jerusalem and the destruction of the First Temple, mentioned by the prophet ...

Taoist Tai Chi meets every Thursday at Trinity United Church (1515 Sixth St.) until 3 p.m. Take note there will be no classes on Dec. 25 or Jan. 1. • 5 p.m. — Join us at WIS ...

Kotei chewed on the flameless cigarette between two fingers on his left hand, regretting it was the last he took from the pack .

Katz: Israel will 'never fully withdraw' from Gaza * Melbourne police investigating after car with 'Happy Chanukah' sign set ablaze * Israel strikes vehicle in eastern Lebanon ...

This idea states that time is divided into eras or dispensations. Another way to describe the word dispensation is to say ...