Our consumer culture says "party all the time." But Advent songs emphasize the darkness that comes before the light.

This is not about religion, ethnicity, or nationality. It is about fellow human beings whose dignity is being crushed. Defending them is not a left wing or right wing cause; it is the plain demand of ...

Following is a Pilot transcription of the homily delivered by Bishop Mark O'Connell during his Mass of installation as the 11th Bishop of Albany on Dec. 5, 2025. It contains minor edits for clarit ...

The following are capsule reviews of theatrical movies available now for streaming or scheduled for broadcast on network or cable television during the week of Dec. 21, as w ...

Seasonal celebrations returned last weekend to the West Bank town of Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus Christ, when the coloured lights on the ...

What’s truly striking is that the renewed interest in Catholicism doesn’t appear tied to any coordinated program or … ...

The Chancel Choir of Clarksbury Church in Hardyville will present a cantata titled “God’s Promise of a Savior” during the ...

Dr. Toni Reaves of the archdiocesan Office for Black Catholics leads “From the Manger to the Movement,” a four-week online exploration of the Christmas story and its links to universal themes of hope ...

Despite their seemingly secular modern-day iteration — featuring wine, chocolate or other products — Advent calendars ...

I recently learned that a number of the beloved AM&A’s historic window displays were sold to dealers throughout the country.

WOONSOCKET – St. Agatha Church, 34 Joffre Ave., will hold an Advent Reconciliation Service on Monday, Dec. 15, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Knights of Columbus take a photo after the Second District Exemplification of the Fourth Degree celebrated Nov. 22 at Our ...