A few days ago I realized with a shock that Advent was nearly over. I’d yet to get a tree, and I hadn’t even begun to hunt through the house for my nativity scene. I’d been so preoccupied with ...

Right up front, I should mention that I am a Christian and conservative. One who strongly believes that no matter if we are gay, straight, trans, Black, white, brown, female, male, faith-based or ...

The Roman Missal provides four distinct Mass texts for the celebration of the Nativity of the Lord: the “Vigil Mass,” the “Mass During the Night,” the “Mass at Dawn,” and the “Mass During the Day.” ...

The Lagos State Government has hosted the 2025 Christmas Carol of Nine Lessons at Lagos House, Ikeja, to celebrate the birth and reign of Jesus Christ. Held on Thursday, the event, which was the 19th ...

From the sweet aroma of baked cookies to the festive family gatherings, Shawn Hundertmark’s mom always put the merry in Christmas. When she died 20 years ago, Hundertmark dedicated his yearly ...

As people all over the country prepare to travel to see loved ones this Christmas season, an unexpected obsession is driving home the "less is more" adage. It's also dividing people. Stripped of ...

Indulge in the magic of the season this December and visit some of the most dazzling holiday trees in town. Get glammed up or put on your best holiday sweater to snap a photo alongside one of these ...

With so many varieties sold as Christmas trees, knowing what differentiates a Douglas fir from a Norway spruce is key to shopping for a real tree you’ll love. You’re likely to see more than one ...

The Nativity scene and Christmas tree decorate St. Peter's Square after a lighting ceremony at the Vatican Dec. 3, 2022. Credit: CNS photo/Paul Haring This week on Preach, we’re offering an Advent ...

Paying for gifts, decorations and gingerbread houses can become quite expensive, so the U.S. Department of the Interior is hoping to ease some financial burden by making Christmas trees more ...

One standout from Walmart is the Holiday Time 6.5’ Pre‑Lit Artificial Christmas Tree, a budget-friendly option perfect for apartments or smaller living spaces. It comes with built-in lights and a ...

The National Christmas Tree, adorned with thousands of lights and unique decorations on the White House Ellipse, was illuminated Thursday night. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump lit ...