Every February 14, across the United States and in other places around the world, candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this ...

Bearing cards, flowers, chocolates and poetry, lovers have always swooned on Valentine’s Day as cherubs circled overhead. Right? Or is its history darker?

Bearing cards, flowers, chocolates and poetry, lovers have always swooned on Valentine’s Day as cherubs circled overhead. Right?

Father Michael said Saint Valentine was one, very real person– or at least the man that the church honored with a feast was no legend. He said he did not know of the secret marriage ceremonies, but ...

The Greek island of Crete has its own saint connected to love, namely Saint Yakinthos, comparable to St. Valentine.

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis has added the feast day of St. Teresa of Kolkata, a “beacon of hope” and an example of ...

Feb. 14th is all about romance and love! Whether you're celebrating it with a partner, friends, or family, here's what you ...

Many legends claim to explain the origins of Valentine’s Day, but as is the case with legends, they leave many questions ...

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According to one legend, Pope Gelasius wanted to put an end to the debauchery in the late fifth century. He declared Feb. 14 ...

While some believe that Valentine’s Day is celebrated in the middle of February to commemorate the anniversary of Valentine’s ...

The New York City Knights of Saint Patrick have been stepping up their support for Downstate regional Irish cultural events ...