It’s still seven months until Christmas, but just over a month until Christmas in July. A Lisbon man is preparing for both.

We have been so touched by the flood of D.M.s, the comments posted on Nextdoor, and the notes tied to rocks thrown through ...

People around the world celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25. Here’s why—and the history of its iconic symbols from Christmas trees to Santa Claus. There's no more recognizable ...

At Manger Square, the heart of the Palestinian city dominated by the revered church that marks the site where Christians believe Jesus Christ ... a grand Christmas tree would light up Manger ...

We communicate frequently, but communication reaches a new level in sacredly celebrating your birthday — Christmas Day. Time passes swiftly. But it comes to a halt on Christmas. We pay homage ...

And suddenly, there was fruit on the tree ... said that Christmas is an invitation to put it in proper perspective — mankind depends on God, not mere human leaders. Moreover, Jesus the King ...

For the second year running, a Christmas tree will not be hoisted in the city revered as the birthplace of Jesus, Bethlehem. Since the Gaza war started last year in the wake of Hamas’ attack on ...

The image of baby Jesus in the Bethlehem barn warms our hearts. Each December we recreate the moment on our lawns and beneath our Christmas trees. Stores sell plastic donkeys and wooden mangers.

On Christmas Eve, Ukrainian families create a living Nativity scene by spreading straw across the floor and placing hay beneath the dinner tablecloth. “This gesture connects the birth of Jesus ...

Today, Christmas trees are decorated with twinkling lights ... frankincense, and myrrh to baby Jesus. Over time, this evolved into a broader tradition of giving to loved ones as a symbol of ...

The Nativity scene or “crib” is traditionally a fixture in many homes, arguably more important than a Christmas tree. It would not ... The Baby Jesus was not placed in the crib until Christmas ...

The lights on the tree are symbolic in the idea that Jesus is the "light of the world." Roman roots: Christmas trees have Roman roots. The Romans, during their winter solstice festival called ...