Baptism in the Delta region, a symbolic ritual of purification and initiation, is a significant rite of passage. As late as the 1950s, river submersion was common in both African- and Anglo ...

Mississippi River Mass Baptism: A Historic St. Louis Ceremony Posted: March 13, 2025 | Last updated: March 13, 2025 This compilation of 1930s "Queerosities" showcases a mix of daring human feats ...

A shrine near the traditional site of Jesus' baptism on the River Jordan hosted an Epiphany procession for the first time in more than 50 years on Sunday after it was declared free of landmines.