Before Christ, the cross was not only a symbol but also a form of capital punishment. The cross on top of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 532 Market St., Parkersburg. (Photo by Art Smith) ...

A priest, a parishioner and an artist joined by their faith are behind a mural intended to represent the Hispanic culture’s devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe in the Bishop Arts District. Behind ...

The symbol is revered by Hindus, Buddhists and Jains around the world. Prevalent in East and South Asia, it’s also embraced by Sikhs and some Native American cultures, including the Navajo.

A piñata is a decorative symbol of celebration in the childhoods of many Latinos, whether it was at church gatherings or family birthdays. Director Daniel Larios sat down with KBIA’s Cristal Sanchez ...

A statute of the Virgin Mary stands as a quiet symbol in the courtyard of St. Edward Catholic Church. For some, she may only seem an adornment.

The meaning of the Christmas tree is open to interpretation. To some it is a symbol of constant hope- ever green. It is also a reminder of God’s providential love, hence the gifts hanging on the ...

Christians begin the season of Lent with a symbol of faith on Ash Wednesday NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- Millions of Christians were marked on the forehead with the sign of the cross on Ash Wednesday.

When the war ended, McDonald was selected to deliver a 15-minute sermon broadcast back to the United States by NBC radio. "Days of war are hard times and breed many griefs," he said. "They are ...