How we handle objects says a lot about how we regard them. When looking at fine jewelry, for example, we are mindful to handle the gems carefully. When observing fine works of art, we don’t even ...

A growing number of Catholic parishes in the U.S. are restoring altar rails, renewing reverence and transforming the faithful ...

Having only one hand free, Father Rodriguez struggled ... before coming back to receive Holy Communion (Eucharist).” The same woman is said to have arrived at 12 p.m. for Mass on Sunday and ...

For Catholics: As Catholics, we fully participate in the celebration of the Eucharist when we receive Holy Communion. In order to be properly disposed to receive communion, participants should not ...

The discoloration was caused by common bacteria typically found on human hands, the Archdiocese said in a statement. In the Catholic Church, the communion wafer is used to receive the ritual of ...

Whether the bishops vote in favor or against making their official stance against Biden receiving communion, individual bishops would still be able to decide for themselves who can or cannot ...