Ringing the handheld Sanctus bells during the consecration and elevation of the Host and chalice at Mass is a familiar sound in many churches.Yet another centuries-old practice has remained in ...

Read the full I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day lyrics by Casting Crowns and learn the heart behind this inspiring Christmas ...

The sound of Christmas rings true: Churches mark the holiday with pealing of historic bells Published: Dec. 11, 2024, 2:44 p.m. River Roberts, 6, puts his whole body into ringing the bell at ...

WATERVLIET — The city’s Meneely bells rang often when tolled in 12 churches, but that familiar sound went silent as houses of worship closed and bells were removed. The sounds of bells ringing ...

According to Mr. Ashe, the United States once boasted some 200 bell foundries where bells of all kinds were cast—a testament to the importance of bells in U.S. life not long ago.

WATERVLIET — The city’s Meneely bells rang often when tolled in 12 churches, but that familiar sound went silent as houses of worship closed and bells were removed.

Hark! How the bells, sweet silver bells, all seem to say: “We are the 2024 champion!” After losing a hard-fought battle in 2023, this long-time favorite won in 2024.