Legends about Jesus’ early years circulated widely in the Middle Ages. Mary Dzon reflects on some of the stories.

If you aren’t a Christian, the Christmas story can seem as far-fetched as Santa Claus. Billions of people will celebrate Christmas this Thursday. It’s much more than a reason to decorate and spoil ...

Jewish Zionists would be well served to direct greater efforts toward recruiting and nurturing their support in the United ...

The church generally hovers on the progressive end of Christianity, so Perry doesn't expect much internal pushback before the ...

Manger scenes displayed around Christmastime usually feature an ox and an ass beside the infant Jesus. According to the Gospel of Luke, Mary placed her child in a manger – an animal feeding bin – ...

Pain may be described in various ways. As some have basically noted, pain is how much you hurt as a human being.

For six days, 1,000 U.S. evangelical pastors traveled through Israel, holding a mass prayer at the Western Wall, meeting with ...

Veksler said Pahlavi’s presence “creates hope that there will be regime change. … Wouldn’t it be something of a relief, not ...

Toddlers have a way of saying the cutest, most unexpected things that never fail to bring a smile to our faces. From innocent ...

The Alvin Sun is Brazoria County’s first and oldest newspaper and was established on August 8, 1890 as the Alvin News. In 1892, it became the Alvin Sun and was published weekly for many years.

The Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast is heading into its 10th anniversary, with nine annual breakfasts in Israel and 27 outside the ...