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Pope Francis previews 5 key messages he will bring to US in his Sept. 22-27 visit
Two weeks before he visits the United States, Pope Francis conducted a virtual town hall and shared some words of encouragement and inspiration for the American people.
Pope Francis makes marriage annulment easier for the benefit of estranged couples
Pope Francis, the head of the Roman Catholic Church has just decided to "simplify and streamline" the procedure for getting marriage annulments - a decision that will surely be welcomed by estranged couples from around the world.
Pope Francis: Gossipers sowing divisions in Catholic Church, likens them to terrorists
Catholic head Pope Francis warned people not to gossip, since it causes destruction just as much as terrorism does.
'Save Christianity': Church leader begs young people not to join Syria exodus
A Church leader is appealing to young Christians to stay in the strife-torn country to prevent Christianity from disappearing in Syria.
Hundreds of Christian leaders join hands to urge US Congress to junk Iran nuke deal
Emulating the examples of Moses and the prophet Esther who fought for what is right before their powerful leaders, about 650 Christian pastors and leaders have joined hands to call on members of Congress to junk Iranian nuclear deal.
The refugee crisis: A call to compassion
How can we show solidarity with those seeking refuge from the atrocities that are happening in Syria?
Hillary Clinton reveals she wants God out of US government, Christian author says
For Christian pastor and missionary Eddie Hyatt, Hillary Clinton's view that religious beliefs need to be changed in order to allow women to fully practive their reproductive health rights presents a dangerous proposition.
Pope Francis gives priests clearance to forgive women for abortion throughout Holy Year
Priests have been given authority to forgive women who had abortion in the past. The clearance came from Pope Francis, and this edict is in effect throughout the duration of the Catholic Church's Holy Year of Mercy, from Dec. 8 this year to Nov. 20, 2016.
Archaeologists discover Jewish victims of Portuguese Inquisition
The skeletons of 12 Jewish victims of the Portuguese Inquisition have been uncovered by archaeologists excavating in Ãvora, Portugal.
Church of England raises £100 million for clergy retirement homes
A charitable fund within the Church of England pensions board this week raised £70 million of bonds to pay for clergy retirement houses.
Cuban pastor released after 6 months behind bars
A Cuban reverend has been released after six months in prison without trial.
Vatican rules against transgender godparents
The Vatican has ruled against transgender people becoming godparents because they live in breach of Church teaching.
Vicar forced to sleep in church after thefts
A vicar has been forced to sleep in a church after it was repeatedly targeted by scrap metal thieves.
The surprising beliefs of US Catholics
Large majorities of Catholics in the United States believe the "new" forms of family life such as single or gay and lesbian parenting are acceptable.
Florida Presbyterian church defends hiring Tullian Tchividjian in wake of affair
The senior pastor of Tullian Tchividjian's new church has defended his appointment in the wake of controversy over hisextramarital affair.
Despite intense stress, few pastors quit ministry
Fewer pastors give up on their ministry than might be expected, leading Christian research company has found.