How the Holy See’s Diplomacy Is Shaping Its Work in the Middle East
The Vatican’s comprehensive and nuanced approach reflects the region’s complex realities.
Results from Tag: 'baptism of jesus'
‘We Are Here to Start a Dialogue,’ Says Priest in Charge of the Baptism Church in Jordan
Father Sergio Pérez, superior of the Community of the Institute of the Incarnate Word established on the site of the baptism of Jesus, discusses his new mission to serve pilgrims and spread Catholic teachings in a delicate geopolitical context.
Theology of Geography: Jesus’ Baptism Site Brims With Significance
COMMENTARY: Jesus began his public ministry at the lowest place on earth so that we may ascend to the Father.
Jesus Is Sinless — So Why Was He Baptized?
ROSARY & ART: The First Luminous Mystery, the Baptism of the Lord
The Encore of St. John the Baptist
The revelation of Jesus as Messiah is the theme of today’s Gospel — and so we take another look at St. John the Baptist, the herald of Jesus Christ.
Why Was Jesus Baptized?
SCRIPTURES & ART: Jesus had nothing of which to repent. So, what is the sense of this feast? Here are two reasons.
‘After Jesus Had Been Baptized and Was Praying, Heaven Was Opened’
Jesus’ baptism is a sign of solidarity with humanity as well as proclamation of who he is, his identity and mission.
Who Was St. John the Baptist? 11 Things to Know and Share
What do we know about the mysterious John the Baptist? Here are 11 things to know and share...
Pope to Parents: Faith Is the Greatest Inheritance You Can Give Your Children
Baptism is important to celebrate because ‘it’s the date of our rebirth as children of God,’ Francis said, and he gave those present ‘the homework’ of finding the date of theirs during the coming week.
