Rooted in early Christian tradition, Candlemas marks the presentation of Jesus and purification of the Virgin Mary at Herod's Temple in Jerusalem.

The fifth joyful mystery was probably very joyful for Mary and Joseph. Wouldn’t you rejoice if your lost child was found after three days of not knowing where he was? The Gospel recounts that “each ...

Many assume that Jesus came to abolish Jewish religious practices, but the Gospels tell a different story. The New Testament is filled with references to Jesus and his family and disciples actively ...