February 14 marks Valentine’s Day, a holiday for celebrating romantic relationships (and enjoying roses, chocolate, and candy conversation hearts). The occasion honors St. Valentine, who is ...

Pope Gelasius declared Feb. 14 as St. Valentine’s Day in 496 AD. It was not until much later, however, that the day became definitively associated with love.

Valentine’s Day is next week. If you haven't picked a place yet, Lafayette has a variety of options. ... or visit sites like Vermilionville and the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.

St. John the Evangelist was one of the 12 Apostles. His feast day is Dec. 27. He was a fisherman, along with his brother James, also an Apostle. Our Lord named John and James the “Sons of ...