During the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday night the priest or deacon carries the candle in procession into the dark church. A new fire, symbolizing our eternal life in Christ, is kindled which ...

Catholic families celebrate Candlemas Day by bringing the image of Baby Jesus to the church along with candles and rosemary.

On Feb. 11, the Catholic Church celebrates the feast of Our Lady ... but she did say she was told to always bring a blessed candle with her. This is why candles perpetually burn at the Shrine ...

A font is usually located near the entrance of a church, as this is where the first sacrament of baptism takes place before members are welcomed into the Catholic Church A votive candle is a small ...

The paschal candle, sometimes known as the Easter candle ... In the funeral rite the priest will wear purple vestments. In the Catholic Church, purple is a sign of repentance and forgiveness ...