The pontiff is starting his Central American trip in Panama.
Religion and Values
Women striving for greater roles in religions
Social media is a big catalyst in boosting activism and forging solidarity.
U.S. Catholics losing faith in clergy’s honesty
A new Gallup poll shows that fewer than a third of them rate clergy honesty as ‘high.’
‘McJesus’ sculpture outrages Israel’s Christians
An art exhibit featuring a crucified Ronald McDonald has sparked protests by the country’s Arab Christian minority.
Some accused priests on Jesuits’ list played key roles at Cheverus
The eight with ties to Maine include one who was the high school’s athletic director and one who was its president.
Attempt to redevelop historic Auburn church ends in foreclosure
St. Louis Church has been in danger of being demolished since the Roman Catholic diocese closed it in 2013.
U.S. House alters rule to allow for religious head covering
It passes the same day the country’s first two female Muslim members of Congress take office.
Two women enter temple forbidden to them in India
The move sparks protests, with police firing tear gas at several places.
U.S. bishops pray at weeklong retreat
The retreat on the church sexual abuse scandal will focus on prayer and spiritual reflection and not formulating policy.
For new priest, a year of ‘firsts’ culminates with Christmas Eve Mass
Before about 50 people at St. Christopher Parish on Peaks Island, the Rev. Kevin Upham sets out ‘to bring the message of joy and unconditional love of Christ.’