The caretaker of the historic Manhattan cathedral that burned down on Sunday may be to blame for the blaze — for failing to put out all of the candles that were lit for Orthodox Easter, sources said.

While the priest plays the main role in its celebration, invaluable assistance is provided by the faithful – altar servers, ...

Brecksville will not allow any more open flames at Community of Hope Lutheran Church, except for altar candles. (Bob Sandrick, special to cleveland.com) BRECKSVILLE, Ohio - In December, members of ...

Mobile chapels on wheels, inflatable churches and khaki-colored candles for the military are just a small part of the cooperation between the Russian Orthodox Church and the Defense Ministry. Here is ...

Flatiron, MANHATTAN (WABC) -- The FDNY is investigating candles as the possible cause of Sunday night's fire that tore through a historic church in the Flatiron District. Authorities say the candles ...

Built in 1968, this Albuquerque church needed an upgrade to accommodate a fast-growing parish while staying true to its Southwest mission church aesthetic. The interior provides warm and inspirational ...

NEW YORK – Fire department officials say the cause of a blaze that destroyed a historic New York City church is under investigation but it could have been candles. The Serbian Orthodox Cathedral of St ...

A visit to church may be good for the soul but not so good for the lungs, a new study shows. Scientists from Maastricht University found that burning candles and incense in church can release ...