The holy chrism -- an annointing mixture of virgin olive oil and other herbs -- dates back to Biblical times and has been used in Egypt since the time of Saint Mark ...

In Holy Chrism, the oil signifies strength, and the balm signifies the freedom from corruption and the sweetness which virtue must give to our lives. Q. 681. How many holy oils are used in the ...

During the Mass, the bishop blesses the Oil of Chrism that will be used for Baptism, Confirmation, and Anointing of the sick or dying.

A large crowd of faithful gathered Sunday night for the solemn Consecration Mass of the new St Peter’s Church in Padungan, ...

Two deacons then held a book of the gospel symbolizing the duty of a bishop and sacred chrism oil was poured on his head anointing him and signifying the sacred priesthood of Christ.

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a newly ordained Nigerian Catholic priest held his first ...

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Israeli airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities immediately triggered a sharp reaction in global markets, sending oil, bonds, and gold rallying.

Crude oil forecasts are being rapidly revised as escalating Israel-Iran tensions threaten supply routes and push prices higher amid fears of regional conflict.

Which Iranian oil and gas facilities has Israel hit? Why do they matter? Israel on Saturday night hit the world’s largest natural gas field and other key Iranian energy facilities, in a break ...

Oil-shipping rates for Middle Eastern routes have spiked after some tanker owners and managers paused offering vessels as they assess risks from Israel’s conflict with Iran, fueling concerns ...

The oil market is pushing its luck. For two years, it’s weathered unthinkable events, including volleys of direct attacks and counterattacks between Israel and Iran. Yet not a single barrel of ...