Advent, the Annunciation and the Mérode Altarpiece
The Mérode Altarpiece abounds in theological symbolism.
Results from Tag: 'annunciation'
Pope Francis Calls Catholics to Say Yes to Vocations: ‘Have No Fear’
Pope Francis’ message was released this week in advance of the 57th World Day of Prayer for Vocations, which will be celebrated on May 3.
Annunciation Amid Coronavirus: Welcoming the Word into Our World
Rejoice, indeed, for God is here.
8 Things to Know and Share About the Annunciation
The Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary to announce the birth of Christ. Here are 8 things to know and share about the event and how we celebrate it.
J.R.R. Tolkien, Led Zeppelin and the Annunciation
Yes, there are two paths you can go by — but in the long run, there's still time to change the road you're on.
Why March 25, the Annunciation, Was Once New Year’s Day
For centuries the Solemnity of the Annunciation on March 25, not Jan. 1, marked the first day of the New Year.
It’s the Solemnity of the Annunciation, So Here’s a Waffle Recipe
In Sweden, it’s tradition to eat waffles on the Solemnity of the Annunciation.
Italy Marks First ‘Dante Day’ Under Coronavirus Lockdown
COMMENTARY: Dante Day falls neither on the poet’s birthday nor death anniversary — it was chosen because Dante’s journey into the Inferno begins on Good Friday, and the traditional date of Good Friday is March 25.
