Pope Francis’ Ukraine peace envoy criticizes war as a ‘pandemic’ that impacts everyone
Cardinal Matteo Zuppi was named the pope’s envoy, and his mission is to help ease tensions in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Catholic clergy sexual abuse of kids was far more common than church acknowledged: Illinois AG probe
Illinois investigators found that 451 Catholic clergy sexually abused nearly 2,000 children since 1950 — far more than the 103 individuals the church had named when the state review began in 2018.
2 dorm directors fired for using pronouns in emails at small New York Christian college
The recent firings prompted more than 700 alumni to sign a petition in protest.
1,100-year-old Hebrew Bible sells for $38 million at NYC auction
A 1,100-year-old Hebrew Bible that is one of the world’s oldest surviving biblical manuscripts has sold for $38 million in New York.
DC faith community raising money to restore Teddy Roosevelt's former church
A D.C. faith community is asking for help on its mission to restore history.
Legacy Celebration Service for late Atlanta pastor Dr. Charles F. Stanley
Dr. Charles Stanley, who led First Baptist Atlanta for decades and was the founder of In Touch Ministries, has died. He was 90 years old.
Kenya cult deaths: 39 bodies found amid investigation into pastor
A pastor in Kenya has been arrested over links to cultism, and dozens of bodies are still being discovered on his land.
Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr holiday amid joy and tragedy
After the Ramadan month of fasting, Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr with feasts and family visits. The day has ushered in a day of prayers and joy for many around the world.
Supreme Court hears Christian mail carrier's religious tolerance case
The Supreme Court is being asked to decide under what circumstances businesses must accommodate the needs of religious employees.
Ex-Cardinal McCarrick Wisconsin sex abuse charges, victim feels 'relief'
Wisconsin prosecutors charged former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick with sexually assaulting an 18-year-old man more than 45 years ago. The criminal complaint doesn’t name the victim, but James Grein spoke with FOX6 News on Monday.
Ex-Cardinal McCarrick Wisconsin sex abuse charges, victim feels 'relief'
Wisconsin prosecutors charged former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick with sexually assaulting an 18-year-old man more than 45 years ago. The criminal complaint doesn’t name the victim, but James Grein spoke with FOX6 News on Monday.
Former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick charged with sexual assault
Attorney General Josh Kaul and Walworth County District Attorney Zeke Wiedenfeld announced Monday, April 17 that defrocked former cardinal Theodore McCarrick, age 92, has been charged with one count of Fourth-Degree Sexual Assault for an incident that occurred in April 1977.
Pope Francis slams 'insinuations' against John Paul II as baseless
An audiotape from a purported Roman mobster insinuated that John Paul would go out looking for underage girls to molest. The Vatican calls it "slanderous."
Dalai Lama apologizes after kissing boy, asking him to 'suck' his tongue
A statement said the 87-year-old leader regretted the incident and wished to apologize “for the hurt his words may have caused."
How the Easter bunny and colorful eggs originated from ancient spring traditions
Easter is a time when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Christ, but some aspects of the holiday are linked to other religions.
Pope Francis Easter message: Pray for 'trust among individuals, peoples and nations'
The crowd swelled to some 100,00 for the pontiff's speech from the central balcony of St. Peter's Basilica.
Good Friday in Milwaukee, parishioners mark crucifixion
Christians in downtown Milwaukee marked Good Friday with a noon service at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.
Palm Sunday: Rebounding Pope Francis presides leads Mass in Vatican Square
The pope's voice sounded strong as he opened the Mass, but quickly turned strained.
Pope Francis discharged from hospital: 'Still alive,' he jokes
Pope Francis, 86, spent 10 days at the same hospital in July 2021 following intestinal surgery for a bowel narrowing.
Pope Francis improving since hospitalization with infection, Vatican says
Pope Francis was hospitalized with a respiratory infection and rested well overnight. The 86-year-old pope had part of one lung removed as a young man.