A Chicago priest has issued an apology for performing recently a blessing of a same-sex couple, which was filmed and posted on social media. Vincentian Father Joseph S. Williams, pastor of St ...

These words are your birthright, who you are, ... "All [our] blessings are a species of the Aaronic blessing." Break down Aaron's words by phrase and all our national treasures lay open before us.

‘The Torah (Parashat Shemini 9:22) relates:’And Aaron lifted up his hands towards the people and blessed them’- expounds the Midrash:’At that time, he זכה: ‘won’ the priestly gifts, and the priestly ...

The particular effects that a blessing involves will depend on the words used in the blessing — i.e., what does the blessing ask God to do? One should consult The Book of Blessings for the words ...

Father's Day is more than a celebration — it's a reminder. A reminder that fatherhood is a calling, not just a role. A father ...

When any of the faithful wish to mark their moving into a new home with a religious celebration, the parish priest (pastor) and his associates should gladly cooperate. The occasion provides a ...

Speak the Blessing: Send Your Words in the Direction You Want Your Life to Go Joel Osteen. Faithwords, $27 (192p) ISBN 978-1-5460-0511-7 ...

Wise old words from Ireland abound, and Irish blessings and sayings for weddings are no exception. Some are heartwarming and tender, some are witty and charming, but all sincerely express wishes ...