This image of the Holy Family, created by artist David Hayward, emphasizes the fact that Mary, Joseph and Jesus were refugees, a frightful circumstance, as contributor Cathleen Falsani points out.( ...

Let’s look at this Gospel in three stages: distress, direction and decision. “When Mary was betrothed to Joseph, but before they lived together, she was found with child through the Holy Spirit.

"Immigrants and Refugees Welcome," one banner says, with an illustration of Joseph leading a donkey that carries Mary and the baby Jesus. The banners promoted a three-sermon series at the church ...