Fajr is the pre-dawn prayer performed by Muslims, the first of five daily prayers, and is significant during Ramadan.

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... In Christianity, the “Our Father” prayer in traces hits roots back to Jesus’ preaching and practice, according to virtually all scholars. Catholics say this ...

According to Merriam-Webster, the word "prayer" comes from Middle English and Latin roots meaning "obtained by entreaty." The modern definition centers on an earnest request or wish to a God or god.

And lead us not into banal translations of the Lord’s Prayer. Catholics in the Diocese of Greensburg say they don’t mind Pope Francis’ proposed change to the Lord’s Prayer, as long as it faithfully ...

Pope Francis delivers a blessing as he leads his general audience in the San Damaso Courtyard of the Apostolic Palace at the Vatican June 9, 2021. (Credit: Paul Haring/CNS.) Listen ROME — People need ...

In the Christian tradition, a birthday is not only an occasion for celebration, but also an important spiritual milestone. Since ancient times, believers have perceived this date as an opportunity to ...

Since it has been my privilege to write this column a number of fine folks from the area have written to me. All have been complimentary and kind. The one topic that received the most positive ...

Today is the National Day of Prayer. Across our country, people will gather to pray in churches, on courthouse squares and in other locations. Some will shy away from such gatherings because they do ...