Even those remotely familiar with the Catholic Church may know that there are scores of symbolic items in the faith: holy water, rosary beads and the sacraments of bread and wine are just a few. But ...

— Editor’s Note: Symbols of Faith is a new series in The Woodlands Villager exploring the symbols and icons associated with the various religious faiths found across the community. Have a tip or ...

You know them: the fluffy bunnies, fancy bonnets, lemony Peeps, baskets filled with chocolates. And Easter is that, certainly. But there is more. In keeping with the sacred origin of the observance, ...

Symbols are powerful. Take the bald eagle. When most Americans see an eagle prominently displayed on the back of a quarter or on the presidential seal, they see it as a symbol of pride and strength.

Re “Display of Scripture May Split Justices,” March 3: I feel that we need to take another look at the concept of the separation of church and state. At the time our great nation was founded, many ...

A statute of the Virgin Mary stands as a quiet symbol in the courtyard of St. Edward Catholic Church. For some, she may only seem an adornment. But each day, as the sun rises on her surroundings, she ...

I love having symbols of the Christian faith. From the rosary I held as a child, to the crosses I carry in my pocket and wear around my neck, they are reminders of Christ’s real and abiding presence ...

Easter symbols have ancient roots Early church adapted some non-Christian traditions The world's Christian population stands at 2.3 billion Easter, the single-most important day in the Christian faith ...

My heart is broken for all Israelis and Jews everywhere, since Oct. 7. Soon after that dark day, I — a Christian — visited my Jewish neighbors to hug them; words failed. I also went to show them the ...

The small, insignificant penny has become a worldwide symbol of faith. ¶ Once that little bronze coin becomes a cross penny, it makes such an impact on people, they've been known to quietly weep, yell ...