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US
Pope Leo XIV used his first Palm Sunday homily on March 29, 2026, to deliver a forceful rejection of war, declaring that "Jesus does not listen to the prayers of those who wage war." The statement has ignited fierce debate among Christians over whether the Pope has effectively gutted...
Europe
For centuries, Christians around the world have observed Good Friday with sacred traditions that honor the suffering and death of Jesus Christ. From medieval Europe to modern day Bermuda, these customs remind believers of the ultimate sacrifice made at Calvary.
Middle East
Archbishop Timothy Broglio, the head of the Archdiocese for the Military Services and president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, declared on CBS "Face the Nation" that the U.S. Israeli war in Iran does not meet the criteria for a just war under Catholic teaching.
US
Every year, as Christians around the world gather to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the same tired claim resurfaces: Easter is really just a recycled pagan holiday. But is there any truth to it?
Middle East
Dozens of armed men on motorcycles stormed the predominantly Christian town of Suqaylabiyah in Syria's Hama province on March 27, firing guns into the air, smashing vehicles, looting shops, and vandalizing a shrine of the Virgin Mary.
Europe
Christians around the world are celebrating Easter Sunday 2026, marking the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. This central event of the Christian faith carries a message that resonates deeply in an era of global conflict, persecution, and uncertainty.
Middle East
A new 28 page parliamentary report has called on the UK and Iraqi governments to take stronger action to protect Christians, Yazidis, and other religious minorities across Iraq.
UK
Harry Clark, the 25 year old winner of BBC's The Traitors, secured a private audience with Pope Leo XIV during a deeply personal pilgrimage to Rome, documented in the new BBC One special Harry Clark Goes to Rome.
Europe
Studio Brussel, a publicly funded Belgian youth radio station operated by national broadcaster VRT, has issued a formal apology after a January broadcast featured presenters violently smashing statues of Jesus Christ and the Virgin Mary on air.
Middle East
Armed gunmen on motorcycles stormed the predominantly Christian town of Suqaylabiyah in Syria's Hama province on the night of March 28, 2026, destroying a shrine to the Virgin Mary, riddling a statue with bullets, smashing cars, and looting shops as terrified residents hid inside their...
Middle East
The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke all record that darkness covered the land from noon until 3 p.m. during the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. For centuries, scholars and believers have debated whether this darkness could have been caused by a solar eclipse.
UK
A youth led enactment group from west London is celebrating 16 years of sharing the Passion of Jesus Christ while providing mentorship and a safe community for young people.