RELIGION
Vatican Issues 'Unusual' Response to Olympics 'Last Supper' Controversy
Vatican expresses disappointment over Paris Olympics opening ceremony scene, joining critics who saw it as mocking Christianity.
13,000 Sign Christian Petition Rebuking Religious Attacks on Kamala Harris
The organization Faithful America warned that religious attacks against Harris "run counter to the teachings of the Gospel."
New Mormon-Funded Medical School Raises Questions
The new medical school is set to focus on "teaching with research in areas of strategic importance to the church."
Pastors Counter Conservative Fury Over Olympics 'Last Supper' Performance
Amid criticism from conservative Christians about a scene in the Olympic Opening Ceremony, pastors argued it wasn't about Christianity.
Satanic Temple to Receive $15,000 From School Board
The school board settled in a lawsuit filed after the Satanic Temple's club endured extra security fees and other challenges.
Christian Petition Condemns Republican's Push for Bible in Public Schools
The petition regarding Oklahoma schools has received nearly 15,000 signatures as of Friday afternoon.
Public Schools Ordered to Incorporate Bibles Effective Immediately
The Oklahoma Department of Education is requiring teachers to begin using the Bible in reading materials starting Thursday.
Leading Pope Critic Says Vatican Is Putting Him on Trial
Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò slammed the trial into alleged "schism" as an "extrajudicial process."
Murder-for-hire Suspect Nikhil Gupta Extradited to the U.S.
An Indian national accused of plotting the assassination of a U.S. citizen on American soil will go to court in New York
I Feel Like I've Never Belonged Anywhere
In an area where the presumption of Christianity is writ large, it's a blessing in disguise to be invisible. I feel safer.
I'm a Pastor—I Was Afraid to Admit My Diagnosis
I could not fix myself in my own strength. And I did something that felt radical.
I Woke to the Priest Spooning Me, His Whiskey Breath on My Shoulder
I feel more violated, betrayed, and angry because I've been carrying this secret around for five decades.
Christian Sues in California Over Public Pride Flags
A lifeguard in California is accusing LA County of religious discrimination by forcing him to display LGBTQ+ Pride flags.
What Does 'Frociaggine' Mean? Pope Francis Apologizes for Comment
"The Pope never intended to offend or express himself in homophobic terms, and he apologizes to those who felt offended," the Vatican said in a statement.
Texas Bishop Taking on Greg Abbott Gets Pope Francis' Protection
The pope has "been able to zero in on this fundamental gospel issue of our time," according to El Paso-based Bishop Mark Seitz.
I Survived Christian Patriarchy—the Tradwife Trend Is Hauntingly Familiar
I thought I'd left that oppressive world behind, but now I see the #tradwife trend on social media, and it's bringing everything back.
Teacher Probed for Antisemitism After Parents Say He 'Brainwashed' Students
Pennsylvania's Central Bucks School District is under federal investigation following a complaint of alleged antisemitism.
Donald Trump Stung as New York Poll Shows Massive Drop in Jewish Support
Trump's poll numbers among Jews fell more than 10 points in a two-month span, though his election outlook is promising.
Catholic Boomers Are More Liberal Than Millennials
Catholics aged 50 and older hold more liberal views on contraception and are more likely to say their church should allow women into the priesthood.
Philadelphia Shooting: Everything We Know About Eid al-Fitr Event
Multiple people have been shot in west Philadelphia.
Pope Francis Slams Women Who Think They Have 'Right to a Child'
"The practice of surrogacy violates the dignity of the child," the Vatican said in a new declaration.
Pope Francis' Culture Wars Divide Catholic Church
Pope Francis' progressive repositioning of the Catholic church has created battle lines among its 1.3 billion followers.