Michael serves as the protector of the Christian faith and the Catholic church. Though Miguel ranks 179th in the U.S., the cognate of Michael is considerably more popular in its nations of origin, ranking 26th and ninth in Spain and Portugal, respectively. #94. Victor (boys) - 2018 ...
housessaintsstigmaticscultsIn this article, I argue that the houses and memorabilia collections associated with venerated personages played an important role in campaigns to elevate popular, unofficial, saintly figures to the level of the blessed or even canonised saints. Two practices converged in ...
From its perch high above Barcelona, Montserrat has gained renown for its natural setting, religious significance, and architectural beauty. Pilgrims have flocked here for centuries to see the miraculous Black Madonna statue, one of Spain’s most famous Catholic icons. Montserrat also provides respite...
Avila is the birthplace of one of the most revered Catholic saints, Saint Teresa. The Santa Teresa de Jesús convent stands on the site of her birthplace and is a must-see attraction while in Ávila, with its beautifully ornate chapel and small museum depicting her life and her work. What...
Kirk (n.) A church or the church, in the various senses of the word; esp., the Church of Scotland as distinguished from other reformed churches, or from the Roman Catholic Church. Kirked (a.) Turned upward; bent. Kirkmen (pl. ) of Kirkman Kirkman (n.) A clergyman or officer in...
Together, Isabella and Ferdinand were known as the "Catholic Monarchs." In forcibly unifying Spain under one religion, this mad marital match made the Catholic Church a huge presence in their country for centuries to come. Also ranks #4 on 13 Things We Never Knew About Political Power Couple...
Although baptized a practicing Catholic, Samantha was surrounded by root work, herbal potions, and folk magic spells throughout her childhood and youth. Samantha is an “oracle” among her family, having inherited the mystical tradition from the spiritual leader of her family; she is also an ...
she was tried by theCatholic churchand burned at the stake before she turned twenty. Like many other saints, Joan of Arc's true legacy was decided after her death as stories about her grew into legends. Heretic or heroine, Joan of Arc was fiercely passionate and just straigh...
It was purchased by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Galveston in 1923 and became home to the Bishop, hence its name. Also in Texas: The Huntsville home is the residence of Sam Houston, the first elected president of the Republic of Texas....
secret world of Vatican City- "The headquarters of the Catholic church is a closely guarded city-state - centuries old and resistant to change. Can Pope Francis drag it into the 21st century? Guardian photographer Christian Sinibaldi was given unprecedented access to his world. Words by Paula Co...