Immaculate Mary, conceived without original sin

Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Maria Montemayor

On December 8, we celebrate Mary and how she was free from original sin from the moment of her conception. The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception is an important feast day around the world. Many countries like the Philippines, Italy, Malta, Portugal, and Colombia made this day a public holiday. In the United States, it […]

Hope-filled Advent traditions in Colombia | Advent Around the World

Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Katia Bejarano

As Christmas approaches in Colombia, warming winds bring a spirit of joy and expectation, as well as some unique Advent traditions.

Behind Vatican Walls: The Making of a Jubilee

Friday, December 4, 2015

Salt + Light Media

The event Pope Francis has been waiting for since his pontificate started will finally kick off December 8. The Jubilee Year of Mercy officially begins on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception with the opening of the Holy Door at the St. Peter’s Basilica, though the jubilee is already in full swing in Bangui, Central […]