Catholicism
After Priest Deaths, Mexican Diocese Pulls Nuns from Violent Mexican City
The church declined to say the number of nuns it has withdrawn. The Chilpancingo-Chilapa Diocese, a Roman Catholic Diocese, has moved all nuns from their posts…
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Religion News
Imbolc: How Pagans Celebrate the Coming Spring
Rituals of Imbolc and Lughnasadh festivals. Different religions and traditions all over the world have their own way of celebrating the transition from one season to…
Buddhism
Ceremonial Use of Lights Around the World [Infographic]
Light ceremonies and rituals in a variety of religions and cultures are explained in this infographic from Solar Centre UK. Light is ubiquitous in religious celebrations,…
WRN Editorial Staff
Jun 8, 2016
Christianity
Christian Celebration Candlemas Focuses on Jesus and Virgin Mary
February 2, Christians celebrate the presentation, the first entry into the temple of Jesus, and the Virgin Mary’s purification. February 2 is a special day for…
Religion News
Pagans Celebrate Coming of Spring with Imbolc Festival
Rituals and Traditions of Pagan Imbolc and Lughnasadh. The ancient Celtics, pagans and including the neopagans of today honor and celebrate the four different seasonal transitions.…