The Christian world has embraced the faithful story of Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus for centuries. Yet, in those times—even without getting into the plausibility of a virgin birth—their ...

GENAZZANO, Italy (AP) — The month of May is dedicated to Marian celebrations, so here’s a look at the history and traditions about Mary and why praying to her means so much to so many.

Hail Mary, full of grace: Why popes and other Catholics pray to the Virgin Mary By: Giovanna Dell'orto, The Associated Press Posted: 12:10 AM CDT Saturday, May. 17, 2025 Last Modified: 5:31 AM CDT ...

One Mary, a myriad titles According to the Gospel, Mary is the mother of Jesus — and the mystery of the incarnation of the son of God through her is central to Christian dogma.

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The baby she was carrying was special. He was to be named Jesus because he would save his people from their sins (Matthew 1:18-24). Being the good guy that he was, Joseph took Mary home as his wife.

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The painting of Mary and baby Jesus became a favorite of museum patrons, showing up in multiple newspaper accounts during the Christmas season in the 1940s, 50s and 60s.

RANGELEY — Rangeley Friends of the Arts presented its annual Walk to Bethlehem for the 45th year in a row, on Dec. 8. It has become a community favorite, allowing neighbors to join together and ...

Artist Kelly Latimore’s “Tent City Nativity” (2022) depicts Jesus, Mary, and Joseph inside an unhoused tent community, barred from the bustling city behind them by a metal fence.