Mt 21:1-11; Is 50:4-7; Ps 22; Phil 2:6-11; Mt 26:14—27:66 The utter improbability of the Gospel is apparently something the early church was eager to proclaim. By worldly standards, the arrival of the ...

As Christian's across the world await one of the most auspicious festivals of the year — Easter, preparations are in full swing as Palm Sunday today marks the start of Holy Week. This day holds deep ...

Palm Sunday is one of those awkward “holy days” in the Christian calendar. Growing up in Sunday school, I recall reaching for the prickly palm branches with elongated, green, skinny leaves awaiting us ...

Easter may get all the attention, but this related holiday is also important. Here’s everything you need to know, including when Palm Sunday falls in 2026. Colored eggs, overflowing baskets and ...

It might seem something of a jump that we’ve gone from the beginning of Lent to Palm Sunday in one week. But — unless your parish has adult catechumens preparing for Baptism at the Easter Vigil (in ...

Palm Sunday, also known as Passion Sunday or Domingo de Ramos, is a sacred Christian observance that honors the triumphant entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem, marking the beginning of Holy Week and ...

It is celebrated in all major Christian churches, including Roman Catholic and Protestant. In Orthodox churches, which follow the Julian calender, Palm Sunday is celebrated later. Why does Palm Sunday ...

It might seem rather strange to begin by talking about poker on Palm Sunday. And don’t worry, this won’t last long. The phrase ‘upping the ante’ is one commonly used in gambling, as the players outbid ...

This feature is only available to members. Join now for full online access. King Jesus, why did you choose a lowly donkey to carry you to ride in your parade? Had you no friend who owned a horse–a ...