On Mothering Sunday, we can remember the famous mothers of the Bible. Many of these mothers played an important role not only ...
I am anticipating a deluge of angry letters from people listing off important persons named Elimelech that I’ve ignored, but the truth remains that despite the continued use of that personal name si ...
After the Sign of the Cross at the beginning of Mass, the priest may choose to greet the people with the simple and familiar greeting “The Lord be with you.” He uses this same greeting before ...
The biblical blockbuster House of David rolls out its fourth instalment today on Prime Video, as part of the grand eight-part series. Drawing inspiration from the holy scriptures, the show spins ...
As we take time to celebrate the incredible women who have positively shaped world history this International Women’s Day, it’s equally, if not, more important to honour the remarkable women in God’s ...
It’s intriguing to think of how we honor the virgin Mary at Christmastime, and how we can also rightly honor a prostitute, ...
By Michael J. Brooks Dr. J.D. Gray served for many years as pastor at First Baptist Church, New Orleans. He often delighted ...
By Michael J. Brooks Dr. J.D. Gray served for many years as pastor at First Baptist Church, New Orleans. He often delighted in telling a Civil War story from 1865. The First Baptist Church, Columbia, ...