I have always been fascinated by John the Baptist’s appearance, demeanor, and character. He embodied passion, austerity, ...

Though John the Baptist is celebrated in June and August, it is during Advent that the liturgy amplifies his role as the ...

Christ's baptism by St. John the Baptist at the Jordan River is depicted in a stained-glass window at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Brooklyn, N.Y. During Advent, we are extolled to prepare the way ...

John the Baptist reveals the call for preparation. THERE’S SOMETHING about the idea of starting from zero that makes me want to run and hide. As a recovering perfectionist, I like a beautifully ...

Christ's baptism by John the Baptist is depicted in a stained-glass window at Blessed Sacrament Church in Valley Stream, N.Y. The feast of the Baptism of the Lord, celebrated Jan. 8 in 2024, marks the ...

St. John the Baptist Parish organizes a community blood drive on December 8, highlighting the importance of donations during ...