Religion - Page 163

June 1, 2023

'Felt like a year': Victims describe deadly shooting in trial for gunman who attacked a Pittsburgh synagogue

The trial for the Pittsburgh synagogue shooter who killed 11 people began this week. Victims recounted the events at the trial in chilling detail.

May 31, 2023

Activists launch Jews Against Soros to oppose mega-donor's 'radical left-wing influence'

Conservative activists formed Jews Against Soros, a grassroots coalition of Jews who oppose the "radical left-wing influence" of George Soros on American politics.

May 31, 2023

California lawmakers to honor anti-Catholic Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence member, despite Dodgers backlash

The California Senate will reportedly honor a member of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, the group at the center of a Los Angeles Dodgers controversy, at a Pride event.

May 31, 2023

Progressive church apologizes over calendar depicting White child on cover: 'Subtleties of racism'

The United Church of Christ apologized to church members about their 2024 calendar depicting a blonde child, saying it revealed the 'subtleties of racism.'

May 30, 2023

Vatican chastises bishops, pastors for divisive social media posts: 'Digital tribalism'

The Vatican is speaking out against "digital tribalism" on social media and requesting Church leaders think carefully before making "divisive" posts, according to a report.

May 30, 2023

Russia acknowledges Vatican peace mission as Holy See tries to 'help ease the tensions'

Russian authorities acknowledged the ongoing Vatican mission for peace, but said concrete steps have not yet been taken to bring talks to Moscow.

May 30, 2023

AI tool helps couples write wedding vows as marriage expert warns, 'Be cautious' with technology

Couples around the world can now use AI-generated tools to assist with writing wedding vows. A marriage expert weighs in on the pros and cons of using artificial intelligence in this way.

May 29, 2023

Martin Scorsese meets with Pope Francis, announces plans to make a new film about Jesus

Martin Scorsese revealed at the Vatican on Saturday that he would be making a movie about Jesus after meeting with Pope Francis.

May 29, 2023

Christian teacher banned from teaching for 'misgendering' student: 'Just one view allowed' on gender

UK math teacher Joshua Sutcliffe has been banned from teaching by a regulatory agency under the UK's Department of Education for 'misgendering' a student.

May 28, 2023

At Pentecost, the Holy Spirit manifests in each believer in a 'radically unique way,' says faith leader

Pentecost Sunday, the conclusion of the Easter season, occurs 50 days after Easter Sunday. It marks the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and Mary.