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Jesus said unto them, These are the words which I spake unto you, while I was yet with you, that all things must be fulfilled ...

The Kingdom remains solid because we are now its foundations. The Holy Spirit, whom we receive, sends us to carry the message ...

Sightings of Jesus post-resurrection occurred not to convince non-believers, but to bless those who already had faith in Him.

The Gospel today gives the concrete foundation and application of the abiding relationship of “vine and branches” pronounced ...

Kardashian shared photos on her Instagram Story of the day, including a few shots of her son Psalm, 5, and daughter Chicago, 7, dressed in adorable suits. Kardashian's son Psalm adorned a beige ...

Sunday, we will read some of the prayers that Jesus offered up to His Father. Here is part of the prayer of Jesus just before he is betrayed and crucified, Jesus prays for His followers: "That they ...

Following the practice of the Jews in Medina, the Prophet Muhammad observed this day to commemorate Moses’ crossing of the Sea of Reeds—a reflection of Mûsâ’s central place in Islamic ...

For 30 days, Muslims worldwide commemorate Mawlid Al-Nabi, the Prophet's birthday, akin to a grand memorial. It's a time to remember him, reflect on his virtues, and sing his praises. While the ...

The Acts of Apostles states that 40 days after Easter, Jesus appeared to his disciples ... the departure of Elijah at the end of his mission. This prophet does not die but is taken to heaven ...