Martyr in the Cathedral: St. Thomas Becket, Defender of the Church
SAINTS & ART: The witness of St. Thomas Becket, whose feast day is Dec. 29, underscores the perennial truth that no earthly king reigns above Christ.
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Martyrs’ Feasts Situated Perfectly at Christmastime
What is the Church trying to tell us by situating these particular feasts just after the joyful celebration of the Savior’s birth?
7 Years Ago, Cardinal Pell Made History in Canterbury Cathedral
On July 7, 2015, Cardinal George Pell became the first Catholic cardinal since the 16th century to offer Mass at the cathedral’s high altar.
St. Thomas Becket vs. the King
Becket’s stalwart faith brought the wayward King Henry II back to his knees and back to God.
St. Thomas Becket — A Saint for This Season?
The martyred Archbishop of Canterbury has much to teach us about Church state relations today.
The Witness of St. Thomas Becket
Major exhibition in London highlights the life of the martyr-bishop.
The Adventures of St. Thomas Becket
Eight centuries ago, St. Thomas Becket renounced his life for the sake of Christ.
Exactly 850 Years Ago, St. Thomas Becket Was Martyred
Defending the interests of the Church, Thomas knew, would ultimately bring him in conflict with King Henry II.
President Trump Praises St. Thomas Becket as Martyr for Religious Freedom
Marking the 850th anniversary of the martyrdom of Saint Thomas Becket on December 29, 1170, President Trump praised the saint as a "lion of religious liberty."
