From Ancient Traditions to a Troubled World: How Christmas 2025 Was Celebrated Across the Globe
Christmas, observed every year on December 25, is far more than a single religious holiday. Rooted in ancient winter festivals…
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Pope Leo Appoints Illinois Bishop Ronald A. Hicks to Succeed Cardinal Dolan in New York, Signaling a Shift in Church Leadership Style
In one of the most closely watched decisions of his young papacy, Pope Leo XIV on Thursday appointed Bishop Ronald…
Why Some Americans Stay in Their Faith — and Others Leave: New Pew Study Offers Insight
Why do some people remain committed to the religion they were raised in, while others walk away from faith altogether?…
Punjab Declares Amritsar, Anandpur Sahib and Talwandi Sabo as Holy Cities; Meat, Alcohol and Tobacco Banned
In a landmark move aimed at preserving religious sanctity and cultural heritage, the Government of Punjab has officially declared Amritsar,…
Religion Holds Steady in America, No Clear Revival Among Young Adults
After decades of steady decline, religion in the United States appears to have entered a period of relative stability, according…
Pope Leo XIV Begins to Reveal His Unique Leadership Style
Pope Leo XIV’s first international journey reflected unmistakable continuity with the papacy of Pope Francis—yet clear distinctions are also beginning…
Ernakulam Cathedral Reopens for Mass After 1,100 Days Amid Liturgical Dispute
After more than 1,100 days of closure, daily Mass has finally resumed at St. Mary’s Basilica Cathedral, Ernakulam, marking a…
Pope Leo Warns Humanity’s Future at Risk as He Begins Historic Foreign Trip to Turkey and Lebanon
At the beginning of his first international visit, Pope Leo XIV cautioned the world against sliding into an era of…
Vatican Issues New Decree Rejecting Polygamy, Reaffirms Lifelong Monogamous Marriage for Catholics
The Vatican has released a new doctrinal decree, formally approved by Pope Leo, reaffirming that Catholics are called to a…
Pope Describes Thanksgiving as a ‘Beautiful Celebration’ That Brings All People Together
CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italy: Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday praised Thanksgiving as a “beautiful celebration” that unites people of all backgrounds,…