A new book argues that the mother of Jesus was a powerhouse in her own right. Madonna and Child, c.1485 (oil on wood) by Giovanni Bellini, currently at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

She was there when Jesus was crucified, yet no one knows much about her. That might be why scholars just can’t quit chasing down the truth about Mary Magdalene. The Penitent Magdalene by Guido Reni.

You’ll learn how this text likely comes from a Valentinian Christian milieu, where believers saw Jesus as the prototype for a mystical journey every initiate was meant to repeat. In Philip’s world, ...

“Mary, Did You Know?” has become one of the most popular Christmas songs since its 1991 release. It was first recorded by Michael English on his 1991 debut album. The song has since been covered by ...

While streams of new music — releases from the last 18 months — were down from last year, one genre is on the rise: Christian ...

Jane Krakowski will star as Mary Todd Lincoln through January 4, 2026. Jinkx Monsoon returns to star as Mary Todd Lincoln from January 8 through February 1, 2026. John Cameron Mitchell will star as ...

If you’ve written a tune or crafted lyrics that capture the magic of the holidays, this is your moment to shine. We’re looking for everything from Christmas classics in the making to festive drinking ...

Mary, under her title of the Immaculate Conception, has been patroness of the United States since the mid-19th century. But her protection of the nation dates back to its earliest history. One of the ...

Dick Van Dyke at 100: The Mary Poppins star’s everlasting appeal — and the iconic role he had to turn down As he turns 100, the cherished performer is still uniting generations. Kevin E G Perry looks ...

A retired U.K. pastor will stand trial Wednesday, facing criminal charges for preaching a gospel sermon inside a protected abortion buffer zone. Clive Johnston, 76, faces two charges under Northern ...