Pope Francis clarifies stance on homosexuality: 'Every sexual act outside of marriage is a sin'
His comments calling for the decriminalization of homosexuality were hailed by LGBTQ advocates as a milestone that would help end harassment and violence against LGBTQ persons.
His comments calling for the decriminalization of homosexuality were hailed by LGBTQ advocates as a milestone that would help end harassment and violence against LGBTQ persons.
Pope Francis says homosexuality is a ‘sin,’ but ‘not a crime’
Pope Francis criticized laws that criminalize homosexuality as “unjust” and called on Catholic bishops who support the laws to welcome LGBTQ people into the church.
Pope Francis criticized laws that criminalize homosexuality as “unjust” and called on Catholic bishops who support the laws to welcome LGBTQ people into the church.
'My choice is to stay true to myself': Flyers' Provorov cites religion for boycott on Pride night
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Ivan Provorov cited his Russian Orthodox religion as the reason he did not participate in pregame warmups when the team wore Pride-themed jerseys and used sticks wrapped in rainbow Pride tape.
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Ivan Provorov cited his Russian Orthodox religion as the reason he did not participate in pregame warmups when the team wore Pride-themed jerseys and used sticks wrapped in rainbow Pride tape.
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.
"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.
CAIR rejects Hamline University ‘Islamophobia’ claims, terminations without justification
After a Hamline University professor faced backlash from showing a depiction of Muhammad during a classroom lesson, America’s largest Muslim civil liberties organization is saying it does not believe the professor acted with ‘Islamophobic intent’ – arguing that academic positions should not be condemned without justification.
After a Hamline University professor faced backlash from showing a depiction of Muhammad during a classroom lesson, America’s largest Muslim civil liberties organization is saying it does not believe the professor acted with ‘Islamophobic intent’ – arguing that academic positions should not be condemned without justification.
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.
The public can now visit the tomb of Pope Benedict XVI in the grottoes under St. Peter’s Basilica.
Man smashes church altar with sledgehammer, steals 1,500-year-old relics
“The sheriff reported that the man had wanted to break into the tabernacle, but looked up at the statue of Mary and decided he couldn't do that to her."
“The sheriff reported that the man had wanted to break into the tabernacle, but looked up at the statue of Mary and decided he couldn't do that to her."
Trial reset for Arizona polygamous sect leader accused of having child brides
Federal authorities also have accused Sameul Bateman of taking more than 20 wives, including underage girls, though he does not face any charges directly related to that accusation.
Federal authorities also have accused Sameul Bateman of taking more than 20 wives, including underage girls, though he does not face any charges directly related to that accusation.
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.
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.
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.
The basilica is set to host Benedict’s coffin for three days of viewing that start Monday.
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI dead at 95
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, the shy German theologian who will forever be remembered as the first pontiff in 600 years to resign, died Saturday.
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, the shy German theologian who will forever be remembered as the first pontiff in 600 years to resign, died Saturday.
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.
For all his accomplishments and accolades, Benedict will forever be known as the first pope in 600 years to resign.
Arizona polygamous leader accused of having child brides pleads not guilty
Sam Bateman’s case is the most recent example of law enforcement taking action against abuse in the sister cities of Colorado City, Arizona, and Hildale, Utah of FLDS.
Sam Bateman’s case is the most recent example of law enforcement taking action against abuse in the sister cities of Colorado City, Arizona, and Hildale, Utah of FLDS.
Arizona polygamous 'prophet' leader had child brides, documents say
Federal officials contend Samuel Bateman engaged in horrific acts with children and called upon his followers to help cover his tracks. His followers say he was falsely accused and claim something else is at play.
Federal officials contend Samuel Bateman engaged in horrific acts with children and called upon his followers to help cover his tracks. His followers say he was falsely accused and claim something else is at play.
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.
Earlier Wednesday, Pope Francis asked the faithful to pray for Benedict and went to visit his predecessor in the monastery on Vatican grounds.
Google apologizes for controversial definition of 'Jew' on search engine
Google apologized after the definition of 'Jew' that appeared first was listed as an offensive verb.
Google apologized after the definition of 'Jew' that appeared first was listed as an offensive verb.
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.
Yes, this has to do with the war, and yes, they have the blessing of their local church.
2 dead at Colorado Jehovah's Witness temple after Christmas Day shooting
Police in Thornton, Colorado, have confirmed that two people died in a shooting at a Jehovah's Witness temple on Christmas morning.
Police in Thornton, Colorado, have confirmed that two people died in a shooting at a Jehovah's Witness temple on Christmas morning.
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.
"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.