ALTERNATIVES to diocesan chrism eucharists are being organised this year in conjunction with the Church of England Evangelical Council (CEEC), as part of a “de facto parallel province” for opponents ...

Tinned tomatoes and cannellini beans make it extra satisfying. Comfort food can still be quick and this recipe involves just 10 minutes of prep. The chicken is coated in a zaatar, lemon and garlic ...

With the exception of April 8 because of Chrism Mass, the forums will be held every Tuesday in April starting April 1 at different “vicariates," essentially regions of the archdiocese ...

Each year, these branches are burned down into a fine powder, often mixed with holy water or chrism oil to create a paste.

“Poems are recipes for happiness and prayers for when no other prayers will do.” He has given himself time off what he calls “big projects” during these book tours, but he is still writing and reading ...

Two deacons then held a book of the gospel symbolizing the duty of a bishop and sacred chrism oil was poured on his head anointing him and signifying the sacred priesthood of Christ. Convocar was ...

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Using her preferred all-in-one method, Mary's easiest ever chocolate cake recipe is simply filled with cream and jam. This is a light and airy chocolate cake for those who don't like it too rich.

99 1289 Very early, the better to signify the gift of the Holy Spirit, an anointing with perfumed oil ( chrism ) was added to the laying on of hands. This anointing highlights the name "Christian ...

1241 The anointing with sacred chrism , perfumed oil consecrated by the bishop, signifies the gift of the Holy Spirit to the newly baptized, who has become a Christian, that is, one "anointed" by ...