Religion - Page 13

December 7

Nigeria secures release of 100 schoolchildren abducted from Catholic school after weeks in captivity

Nigeria secured the release of 100 abducted schoolchildren from Niger state after month-long ordeal, amid ongoing persecution concerns against Christians.

December 6

Inside ‘Little Mogadishu’: Minnesota’s beleaguered Somali community under a cloud of fraud and Trump attacks

Cedar-Riverside in Minneapolis, nicknamed 'Little Mogadishu,' reflects the cultural transformation brought by Minnesota's Somali population.

December 5

Church sparks controversy with empty Nativity scene and ICE enforcement message: 'Politicizing Christmas'

A Massachusetts Catholic church sparked controversy with a Nativity scene featuring a missing Holy Family and an "ICE was here" sign, drawing criticism from community members.

December 4

Illinois church Nativity shows baby Jesus zip-tied by ICE agents

Illinois church sparks controversy with Nativity scene showing baby Jesus zip-tied by ICE agents, drawing criticism and praise for immigration commentary.

December 3

Trump admin targets anti-Christian violence with new visa crackdown policy following Nigeria attacks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces policy allowing State Department to deny visas to individuals involved in religious freedom violations globally.

December 2

Pastor announces gender transition during service with congregation: 'Giving up pretending to be a man'

Methodist pastor in Rochester announces transgender transition during Sunday service, revealing plans to identify as Phillippa and use she/her pronouns.

December 2

Pope Leo urges dialogue over military action after failed Maduro-Trump call

Chicago-born pontiff Pope Leo urges economic pressure instead of military operations in Venezuela amid tensions between Trump and Maduro.

December 2

Experts dispute Nigerian government’s claims amid congressional probe of escalating attacks on Christians

Congress investigates ongoing violence against Christians in Nigeria as lawmakers hear detailed testimony on targeted attacks and U.S. policy responses.

December 2

Reporter’s Notebook: On the papal plane and beyond — covering Pope Leo XIV’s first foreign trip

American-born Pope Leo's first foreign trip ends in Lebanon with emotional plea for hope as locals ask Vatican not to forget their struggling nation.

December 1

Catholic college defends hosting 'Trans Day of Remembrance' event

Catholic college faces criticism for hosting Trans Day of Remembrance event, sparking heated debate over LGBTQ+ inclusion at religious institutions.