Christmas is often imagined as beginning in Bethlehem, with shepherds, angels, and a child laid in a manger. Yet the Christian confession insists that Christmas did not erupt suddenly into history; it ...

Everyone from the Muppets to Bill Murray has taken a crack at Charles Dickens' classic tale of Christmastime redemption.

How the Call the Midwife Christmas special continues to be at the heart of the BBC’s festive schedule every year.

God becomes flesh, and God grants us knowledge of himself. In Bethlehem, the immortal Creator of all is manifest in a mortal ...

Like a lot of history, "Jingle Bells" is more troubling than you might think. It was written by James Pierpont and first ...

Former pastor Carl Lentz preached, “The racial tension in our streets reflects the shallow Christianity in our churches.” A ...

For local traditions, lighter crowds, and real impact, consider this your ultimate guide to Europe’s alternative Christmas ...

This year, we offer readers 10 of our favorite Christmas-themed television episodes. Such holiday episodes have been a staple ...

Every December the world pauses, some willingly, some wearily, to tell the story that divided history in two. We call it ...

Discover the fascinating legends behind Christmas ornaments — from the lucky pickle to unicorns, spiders, and more. Learn how these decorations connect past traditions with present celebrations and ...

San Francisco is aglow in December, with homes, stores and landmarks getting into the holiday spirit with lights, decorations ...

A carol service hosted by far-Right activist Tommy Robinson passed off peacefully in London on Saturday despite fears to the contrary. Around 1,000 people are reported to have attended the ...