Pope Francis celebrates Christmas Eve Mass amid COVID-19 surge in Italy
Pope Francis has celebrated Christmas Eve Mass before an estimated 2,000 people in St. Peter’s Basilica.
Pope Francis has celebrated Christmas Eve Mass before an estimated 2,000 people in St. Peter’s Basilica.
Jewish house of worship in San Jose goes up in flames, Torahs spared
The Chabad house, a Jewish place of study and worship, went up in flames this week, but fortunately, the Torahs were spared.
The Chabad house, a Jewish place of study and worship, went up in flames this week, but fortunately, the Torahs were spared.
Pope Francis celebrates 85th birthday as reform hits stride
Pope Francis turns 85 on Dec. 17, a milestone as he continues efforts to make the Catholic Church more attuned to the laity.
Pope Francis turns 85 on Dec. 17, a milestone as he continues efforts to make the Catholic Church more attuned to the laity.
Judge: Christmas trees aren't religious symbols, menorah won't be displayed
A federal judge in California has ruled that Christmas trees are no longer seen as religious symbols and therefore, a menorah – which is religious – can be refused from being displayed at a school holiday ceremony.
A federal judge in California has ruled that Christmas trees are no longer seen as religious symbols and therefore, a menorah – which is religious – can be refused from being displayed at a school holiday ceremony.
Pope Francis addresses nun abuse detailed in investigative expose
During an audience with members of the Vatican’s congregation for religious orders, Pope Francis cited a new investigative expose of the problem written by a reporter for the Holy See’s media, Salvatore Cernuzio.
During an audience with members of the Vatican’s congregation for religious orders, Pope Francis cited a new investigative expose of the problem written by a reporter for the Holy See’s media, Salvatore Cernuzio.
Menorah lighting in Phoenix kicks off the beginning of Hanukkah
Hanukkah celebrations are taking place across the Valley on the night of Sunday, Nov. 28 – from Scottsdale to Chandler and in Phoenix. They kicked off the eight-day holiday with food, dancing and the traditional lighting of the menorah.
Hanukkah celebrations are taking place across the Valley on the night of Sunday, Nov. 28 – from Scottsdale to Chandler and in Phoenix. They kicked off the eight-day holiday with food, dancing and the traditional lighting of the menorah.
Menorah lighting in Phoenix kicks off the beginning of Hanukkah
A menorah lighting in Phoenix kicked off the beginning of Hanukkah on Nov. 28. There was dancing and people of all ages. Organizers say although the celebration happened thousands of years ago, the message still rings true today.
A menorah lighting in Phoenix kicked off the beginning of Hanukkah on Nov. 28. There was dancing and people of all ages. Organizers say although the celebration happened thousands of years ago, the message still rings true today.
‘Chanukah Sameach’ : Biden recognizes Hanukkah 2021 with well wishes
“From our family to yours, and from the People’s House to your own homes, Jill and I wish you and your loved ones a Chanukah Sameach, a Happy Hanukkah!” President Joe Biden said in a statement.
“From our family to yours, and from the People’s House to your own homes, Jill and I wish you and your loved ones a Chanukah Sameach, a Happy Hanukkah!” President Joe Biden said in a statement.
Phil Saviano, Catholic church sex abuse survivor and whistleblower, dies
Saviano played a central role in illuminating the scandal, which led to the resignation of Boston's Cardinal Bernard Law and church settlements with hundreds of victims.
Saviano played a central role in illuminating the scandal, which led to the resignation of Boston's Cardinal Bernard Law and church settlements with hundreds of victims.
Survey: Few Americans blame God for COVID-19 pandemic, other tragedies
A large majority of U.S. adults believe that most of the suffering in the world comes from people rather than from God, according to surveys from the Pew Research Center.
A large majority of U.S. adults believe that most of the suffering in the world comes from people rather than from God, according to surveys from the Pew Research Center.
Far-right personality known as 'Baked Alaska' charged with damaging Arizona State Capitol Hanukkah display
A far-right social media personality known as "Baked Alaska" is facing more legal troubles, this time in Arizona.
A far-right social media personality known as "Baked Alaska" is facing more legal troubles, this time in Arizona.
Haiti kidnapping: 2 missionaries freed weeks after abduction, organization says
Christian Aid Ministries issued a statement Sunday saying the two “are safe, in good spirits and being cared for.”
Christian Aid Ministries issued a statement Sunday saying the two “are safe, in good spirits and being cared for.”
FBI charges suspect in Congregation Beth Israel fire
18-year-old Franklin Barrett Sechriest now faces an arson charge in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas under code 18 U.S.C. § 844(i).
18-year-old Franklin Barrett Sechriest now faces an arson charge in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas under code 18 U.S.C. § 844(i).
Community steps up and donates money, equipment to burglarized Glendale church
Glendale church Jesucristo Es La Luz had thousands of dollars in equipment stolen, but the community has since stepped up and donated money and whatever else they needed.
Glendale church Jesucristo Es La Luz had thousands of dollars in equipment stolen, but the community has since stepped up and donated money and whatever else they needed.
Protesters say Facebook incites violence against Muslims
Demonstrators want Meta, aka Facebook, to remove hateful speech, identify dangerous groups, moderate posts, and invest resources in stopping violence.
Demonstrators want Meta, aka Facebook, to remove hateful speech, identify dangerous groups, moderate posts, and invest resources in stopping violence.
United Airlines pilot in Arizona to sue United over its COVID-19 vaccine mandate
Dave Morgan has been a pilot with United for the last 22 years, and he is no longer in the air because he was not granted a religious exemption from the company's COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Now, he is suing the company in hopes of getting back in the air. FOX 10's Bailey Miller reports.
Dave Morgan has been a pilot with United for the last 22 years, and he is no longer in the air because he was not granted a religious exemption from the company's COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Now, he is suing the company in hopes of getting back in the air. FOX 10's Bailey Miller reports.
France's Catholic Church agrees to compensate victims of sexual abuse
French bishops said in a written statement on Monday that they will set up an “independent, national body” tasked with addressing compensation issues regarding sex abuse victims.
French bishops said in a written statement on Monday that they will set up an “independent, national body” tasked with addressing compensation issues regarding sex abuse victims.
Hindus take holy dip in sacred Yamuna River despite toxic foam
A vast stretch of the Yamuna river is covered with white toxic foam, caused in part by pollutants discharged from industries ringing New Delhi.
A vast stretch of the Yamuna river is covered with white toxic foam, caused in part by pollutants discharged from industries ringing New Delhi.
Franklin Graham undergoes heart surgery
The surgery involved removing Graham's pericardium.
The surgery involved removing Graham's pericardium.
Diwali 2021: What to know about the festival of lights
The Hindu festival of Diwali, which symbolizes new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, is being celebrated by millions across the world.
The Hindu festival of Diwali, which symbolizes new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, is being celebrated by millions across the world.