Easter is a reminder to nurture the green shoots of reconciliation and peace, say the Archbishops of Armagh in a message for ...

People might disagree whether Jesus is King, but he certainly is ruling the box office this Easter season. America loves movies and it loves Jesus. As a result, it’s s safe to say both will be with us ...

On Good Friday, which will be observed this year on April 18, federal government offices and postal services will remain open ...

The tradition dates as far back as 601 AD, when 64th leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Gregory cemented the Lent as ...

If you're wondering about the history behind Easter eggs, you've come to the right place to find out Easter egg origins and ...

Here's what you need to know about what retail stores are open or closed on Easter Sunday, which falls on April 20 this year.

Will banks, post offices, UPS or FedEx be open on Friday, April 18 for Good Friday? Here's what to know about mail service, stock markets.

Easter, the greatest festival of the Christian church, com­memorates the resurrection of Jesus. It is a movable feast; that is, it is not always held on the same date. In AD 325 the church council of ...

This Friday marks the day that Christians commemorate as the day Jesus was crucified on the cross, to rise again two days ...

If it's been a long Lent season for you, have no fear, Easter is almost here. If you're ready to get back to a small comfort ...

According to Catholic teaching, Jesus Christ is the sacrificial “Lamb of God.” On Good Friday, his death is seen as the ultimate offering—hence, Catholics abstain from eating meat, which traditionally ...

Holy Week, the last of Lent, began on Palm Sunday and ends with Easter Sunday this weekend. See the final days and what they ...