During the Mass, the bishop blesses the Oil of Chrism that will be used for Baptism, Confirmation, and Anointing of the sick or dying ... cleansing with water, a symbol of baptism.

The pre-baptismal anointing with the oil of catechumens signifies cleansing and strengthening; the anointing of the sick expresses healing ... A seal is a symbol of a person, a sign of personal ...

Further reading: Reflecting on the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick Of course, prayers and Eucharistic celebrations are planned to entrust the entire healthcare sector and its workers to the ...

The humble fish, or ichthys (ἰχθύς) in Greek, was a symbol that played a crucial role in the early years of Christian history ...

The ancient Greek roots of the cross symbol, its significance in cosmology, religion, and philosophy, long before ...

The Central Bank of the UAE, on Thursday, unveiled the new symbol for the national currency in its physical and digital forms. The symbol was derived from the English name of the dirham to serve ...

Explore the Lenten symbols at St. Anne Church in North Little Rock, each representing a moment in Jesus' journey, as prepared by Hannah Woeltje.

What new symbols do we need today? Sometimes new ideas require fresh images, especially when one tries to discern the signs and places where God was present.

"I felt absolutely sick… I have no way of knowing how much revenue that has cost me. Like most writers, I struggle to pay the bills. I have three jobs, I have children to support and a mortgage ...

New tremors rattled survivors of Friday’s earthquake, which killed more than 1,600 people, while the government continued its bombing campaign elsewhere in the country. By Sui-Lee Wee ...