When reflecting on the life, death and resurrection of the Lord while living in a state of military invasion and active war, Andriy Zelinskyy, S.J., says that “everything becomes more authentic.” For ...

“For today, as in the early Church, the Gospel will not make headway in the world as a result of ‘the wisdom of discourses,’ but through the mysterious power of the cross.” So writes Cardinal Raniero ...

Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is observed two days before Easter Sunday, falling on April 18, 2025. Commemorations vary across Christian denominations, often involving ...

For many Catholics, Good Friday is the one day each year that we fully immerse ourselves in the story of Jesus’ execution. We venerate the cross, touching and kissing the Roman state’s preferred ...

Good Friday is here, but what does the holy holiday mean and is it a federally celebrated holiday? The Christian holiday arrives three days before Easter every year and kicks off one of the most ...

One of the most poignant liturgical services of the year is the celebration of the “Burial Vespers” on Great and Holy Friday in the Byzantine tradition. It is a symbolic commemoration of Christ’s ...

Caleb Hanlon, 15, a member of First Baptist Church, carries the cross while leading walkers from area churches down Main Street in Wellsville on Good Friday to portray the walk made by Christ carrying ...

You wanted to build the Temple to honor my name. Your intention is good, but you are not the one to do it. -- 1 Kings 8:18-19 (NLT) We almost made it . . . but then had to make a different plan. My ...