Religion - Page 16

November 13

Americans report dramatic drop in importance of faith, poll finds

A new Gallup survey shows a dramatic 17-point drop in American adults valuing religion in their daily lives since 2015, with only 49% saying faith is important.

November 12

First American pope to welcome Hollywood stars to Vatican for rare Holy Year audience

Pope Leo XIV will welcome top actors and directors for a rare Vatican audience, exploring how creativity can promote human values during a Jubilee Year.

November 12

Nigerian Christian leader calls Trump's spotlight on violence in Nigeria an 'answered prayer'

President Donald Trump threatens military action in Nigeria over Christian persecution as President Tinubu defends religious tolerance policies amid escalating violence concerns.

November 12

Archaeologists unearth evidence of biblical power struggle beneath Jerusalem: 'Screamed with excitement'

The first Assyrian inscription discovered in Jerusalem reveals ancient biblical-era correspondence between Assyrian Empire and Kingdom of Judah, dating back 2,700 years.

November 11

Among Richmond’s ghosts, I discovered grace — and a deeper faith in freedom

Chicago pastor walks Richmond Slave Trail raising funds for Project H.O.O.D., connecting historical slavery struggles with modern battles against poverty and hopelessness.

November 10

Ancient Christian mosaic with mysterious inscription unearthed at traditional birthplace of Abraham

A fifth-century Christian mosaic was unearthed in Urfa, Turkey, the traditional birthplace of Abraham, shedding light on early Byzantine art.

November 9

101-year-old Kristallnacht survivor warns current era 'equivalent to 1938' on anniversary of Nazi riot

A 101-year-old Holocaust survivor who lived through Kristallnacht warns that today's rising antisemitism mirrors Nazi Germany in 1938.

November 9

Trump holds key to saving Syria's vanishing Christians in crucial White House meeting

Syria's Christian population has plummeted from 1.5 million to 300,000. Trump's meeting with Syrian leadership could determine their survival in their ancient homeland.

November 9

Bible college says Chicago Public Schools discriminate over faith-based hiring practices

Moody Bible Institute sues Chicago schools over alleged discrimination against Bible college students in teacher training programs due to faith-based hiring practices.

November 9

One of world's most sacred landmarks expected to welcome record crowds this year

Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France, expects 12 million visitors this year as it approaches the anniversary of its reopening after the devastating April 2019 fire.