A remarkable story from Rome is both an astonishing tale and something of a pastoral puzzle. Pope Francis inspired the former and listening more carefully to him would have avoided the latter.

A baptism is certainly a milestone to celebrate. And with that celebration comes the need for a special gift. If you’re a grandparent or godparent looking for the perfect baptism gift idea, something ...

August has been a roller coaster for Fr. Matthew Hood, who was ordained to the priesthood — some might say for the second time, but in reality, for the first time — Aug. 17, 2020, for the Archdiocese ...

The name given to the process or sacrament of welcoming a child into the church or faith community varies among denominations, which means you may be looking for a message for a baptism, dedication, ...

(KUTV) — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is reversing its policies regarding blessings and baptisms forchildren with parents who identify as a part of the LGBTQ community,and same-sex ...

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- More than 250 million Orthodox people around the world celebrated the anniversary of the baptism of Jesus Christ with the Blessing of the Waters. Among ...

Many religious rites in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — from blessings and baptisms to confirmations and ordinations — are tactile experiences, requiring person-to-person contact.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has instructed local church leaders that same-sex couples are apostates and that children living with them can't take part in church activities until ...

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced policy changes Thursday, allowing children of LGBT parents to receive baby blessings and be baptized. There were also updates to the church ...