Moscow recently marked the 1,700th anniversary of the first Ecumenical Council when the profession of faith was drafted. Coincidentally, Putin and Pope Leo XIV spoke on the phone, providing an opportu ...

In a mystery spanning centuries, relics of Saint Nicholas ... gave rise to the tradition in Germany and other European countries of giving presents on the Saint’s feast day.

For the Greek community in Tarpon Springs, the St ... Feast of Epiphany. But that kind of frames who we are. Our commitment is to bring God’s blessings to everyone. And so at Epiphany, our ...

The Dec. 6 Feast of St. Nicholas became a popular tradition during the medieval period, particularly in Germany and German-speaking countries. St. Nicholas Day is the feast day of St. Nicholas ...

But in the past, people swapped gifts quite a bit earlier: on December 6, the day that honors the Feast of Saint Nicholas. This tradition of giving presents on December 6 faded out as people began ...

and small gifts by St. Nicholas. The main festivities and church observances occur on December 6, marking the saint's feast day. Food traditions vary by region, but popular treats include ...

This story inspired the custom of gift-giving on St. Nicholas Day and also the tradition of leaving shoes, stockings, or plates out for treats. The feast day commemorates the death of St. Nicholas ...

His feast day, celebrated on December 6, has remained a time for goodwill, charity, and tradition. Celebrations of St. Nicholas Day vary depending on the country and culture, blending religious ...