This small, poignant ritual served as an expression of her maternal love, and transformed her into a channel of God's priestly blessing. Take time this week to bless someone as the new year begins.

At the dawn of a new year, we welcome the dawn of our 76th ... witness to and part of this sacred ritual. Blessed are you, O God, the source of all, who has given us life, sustained us, and ...

Mother of God, a plenary indulgence is granted to those who publicly recite the hymn “Veni Creator,” imploring blessings for the new year that is beginning. Additionally, those who devoutly ...

He further encouraged Ghanaians to embrace hope and gratitude as they step into the new year. "We have gone through an election, and I want to thank God for His blessings to myself and to the ...