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Browse this section to discover more about the lives of the saints, the meaning and history of icons, and unique articles on the role of Christianity in shaping history and our culture.
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Why "Easter"?
Why is the Resurrection called "Easter"? Why is it celebrated at a different time and each year? And why do the Eastern and Western churches sometimes celebrate it on different dates?Read More » -
Learning the Language of Icons: The Ascension
"What the Book of the Gospels explains by means of words, the iconographer shows by means of his works," wrote Saint Basil the Great. Learn what the icon of the Ascension can teach us.Read More » -
The Story of the San Damiano Crucifix
Our Lord chose this image from which to give His inspiring message to Saint Francis. Learn more about the many saints and scenes that make this cross such an eloquent portrayal.Read More » -
What did Jesus do on Holy Saturday?
The icon of the Resurrection tells us exactly what Jesus did when He "descended into Hell."Read More » -
8 Things You Might Not Know About the Holy Cross
THE HOLY CROSS OF CHRIST has much history and lore behind it, and it is good to consider these facts...Read More » -
Assumption: The Virgin Mary's parting gift to Saint Thomas
Discover the story of Saint Thomas and the Virgin Mary's belt which he received at her Assumption.Read More » -
Let the Children Come to Me
What happened to the the child who Jesus blessed in the Gospels?Read More »
