Church of England refuses to preside over same-sex marriages
"Blessings" from the Church of England for same-sex marriage are allowed, but same-sex couples are still not allowed to marry in its churches.
Montgomery County church hosts Christmas tree burning to promote fellowship
A Montgomery County church tree burning was more than a way to get rid of old Christmas trees, but a way to fan the flames of fellowship to cast a light from the darkness in the world.
Montgomery County church hosts Christmas tree burning to promote fellowship
A Montgomery County church tree burning was more than a way to get rid of old Christmas trees, but a way to fan the flames of fellowship to cast a light from the darkness in the world.
Public can visit Pope Benedict XVI's tomb
The public can now visit the tomb of Pope Benedict XVI in the grottoes under St. Peter’s Basilica.
Pope Francis presides over funeral of predecessor Benedict XVI as thousands mourn
The Vatican said some 50,000 people attended the Mass, after some 200,000 paid their respects during the three days of public viewing.
Tens of thousands view Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI's body at Vatican
Vatican security officials estimated that by mid-afternoon Monday, some 40,000 people had filed by the retired pontiff's body.
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s reported last words: ‘Lord, I love you’
The basilica is set to host Benedict’s coffin for three days of viewing that start Monday.
Roman Catholics in Philadelphia and around the world mourn Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
Roman Catholics around the world are mourning the loss of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. The ailing pontiff died early Saturday morning at the age of 95.
Roman Catholics in Philadelphia and around the world mourn Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
Roman Catholics around the world are mourning the loss of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. The ailing pontiff died early Saturday morning at the age of 95.
Benedict XVI: Tributes pour in for pope emeritus as Vatican plans 'simple' funeral
For all his accomplishments and accolades, Benedict will forever be known as the first pope in 600 years to resign.
Health of retired Pope Benedict XVI 'worsening,' Vatican says
Earlier Wednesday, Pope Francis asked the faithful to pray for Benedict and went to visit his predecessor in the monastery on Vatican grounds.
Pope Francis orders return of Parthenon Sculpture fragments to Greece
The Vatican on Friday termed the gesture a “donation” from the pope to His Beatitude Ieronymos II, the Orthodox Christian archbishop of Athens and all Greece.
Ukrainians celebrate Christmas with the West, part with Russia
Yes, this has to do with the war, and yes, they have the blessing of their local church.
Pope laments 'icy winds of war' in Christmas address
"Indeed, we must acknowledge with sorrow that, even as the Prince of Peace is given to us, the icy winds of war continue to buffet humanity," Pope Francis said.
Mormon church shows support for same-sex marriage law, believes act is still unbiblical
The nearly 17-million-member, Utah-based faith said in a statement that church doctrine would continue to consider same-sex relationships to be against God's commandments.
Synagogues across N.J. increase security as FBI arrests man for threat
Synagogues across New Jersey were seeing an increased police presence Friday while the FBI investigated a threat made Thursday.
Synagogues across N.J. increase security as FBI arrests man for threat
Synagogues across New Jersey were seeing an increased police presence Friday while the FBI investigated a threat made Thursday.
FBI warns of 'broad threat' to NJ synagogues
The FBI's Newark field office said agents are investigating a "broad threat" against synagogues in New Jersey. The state attorney general said you'll see increased police patrols in sensitive areas "in an abundance of caution."
Georgia, Florida condemn antisemitic message seen at football game
In a joint statement, the University of Georgia and the University of Florida condemned antisemitic hate speech projected at TIAA Bank Field related to remarks made by Kanye West.
Hobby Lobby CEO David Green gives away company: 'Wealth can be a curse'
Green said he strives to be a steward instead of an owner.