Speaking from a window overlooking St. Peter’s Square Dec. 20, the pope encouraged people to imitate the Virgin Mary’s “yes” to God at the Annunciation. Pope Francis, seen through the Vatican’s ...

On Christmas Eve, Pope Francis urged Christians not to confuse Christmas with consumerism, but to celebrate the birth of Christ by sharing with those who are lonely and in need. Speaking to the crowd ...

It’s a common holiday tragedy: no matter how many days or weeks mom and dad spend frantically scouring the shopping mall for every gift on Suzie’s list, she will be upset when her stocking doesn’t ...

Christmas fuels consumerism. Production lines and shopping centres are waiting for Christmas to arrive. They are seeking greater sales and greater profits this Christmas than the last. And in turn, ...

This is an updated column from our archives. It originally ran on Dec. 9, 2016. To be an evolved Grinch is to understand the true meaning of Christmas. Yet every time I hear people label someone a ...

The way we celebrate Christmas in the U.S. has changed a lot over the years. Nowadays, the holiday season is defined by twinkly lights, glitzy decorations, presents beneath a Christmas tree and ...

It’s nice to know there are still a few pockets and hollers where Americans gather to celebrate the true spirit of Christmas, not the monster of consumerism run amok that our gift-giving holiday ...