Catholicism
The sacrifices of Lent still lead to the joys of Easter
As a child, Easter was a very different holiday compared to all the rest. The preparation took 40 days, beginning with Ash Wednesday.
GUEST COMMENTARY: Catholicism caught between fascination, frustration
With the reign of Pope Benedict XVI having ended Thursday, Catholicism is at a crossroads.
Men to pledge their honor to families, church during St. John service
ST. JOHN | More than 200 men from St. John the Evangelist Church will come forward at the 9:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday to commit themselves to a set of 10 resolutions as part of the Courageous Resolution program to provide spiritual leadership in their families.
Symbolic time of sacrifice, service begins for Christians
Many Christians in Northwest Indiana worshiped in churches to observe Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent — a sacred period of spiritual preparation.
February 22, 2012 2:10 pm PhotosPhotos
Valentine's Day has mass appeal, but ostensibly Christian holiday not celebrated by all
When Michael Steinberg was a kid, he attended public school and exchanged cards with friends on Valentine's Day.
February 13, 2012 6:15 pm PhotosPhotos
Pilgrims trek through rain for religious journey
HAMMOND | Rain showers and threats of hail didn't stop pilgrims from completing a religious walk Saturday from Chicago's South Side to Munster.
August 14, 2011 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
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