Mormon leader: Uphold 'sexual purity' in face of mocking

Mormon leader: Uphold 'sexual purity' in face of mocking

A high-ranking leader from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints urged members Saturday to adhere to the faith's law of chastity that forbids premarital sex despite mocking by others on social media.

A high-ranking leader from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints urged members Saturday to adhere to the faith's law of chastity that forbids premarital sex despite mocking by others on social media.

Freedom From Religion Foundation files complaint against judge after giving Bible to Amber Guyger

Freedom From Religion Foundation files complaint against judge after giving Bible to Amber Guyger

The Freedom From Religion Foundation filed a complaint with the Texas State Commission on Judicial Conduct on Thursday, saying it was inappropriate for Judge Tammy Kemp to give Amber Guyger her Bible and read a passage from it.

The Freedom From Religion Foundation filed a complaint with the Texas State Commission on Judicial Conduct on Thursday, saying it was inappropriate for Judge Tammy Kemp to give Amber Guyger her Bible and read a passage from it.

Kentucky governor encourages students to participate in ‘Bring Your Bible to School Day’

Kentucky governor encourages students to participate in ‘Bring Your Bible to School Day’

"Bring Your Bible to School Day" is a national event sponsored by the Christian organization Focus on the Family, which reports that more than 650,000 students participated in last year’s movement

"Bring Your Bible to School Day" is a national event sponsored by the Christian organization Focus on the Family, which reports that more than 650,000 students participated in last year’s movement

Some concerned as 2 Phoenix churches are set for demolition to make way for homes

Some concerned as 2 Phoenix churches are set for demolition to make way for homes

Some Valley residents are nervously eyeing plans for redevelopment in their area, as plans call for big changes to the land that churches currently sit on.

Some Valley residents are nervously eyeing plans for redevelopment in their area, as plans call for big changes to the land that churches currently sit on.

Phoenix church officials frustrated after thieves stole copper pipes from its AC unit

Phoenix church officials frustrated after thieves stole copper pipes from its AC unit

Imagine not having air conditioning in this heat. That is what one church in Phoenix is dealing with, after thieves cut out the copper pipes in their system.

Imagine not having air conditioning in this heat. That is what one church in Phoenix is dealing with, after thieves cut out the copper pipes in their system.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints leader reaffirms religion’s opposition to gay marriage

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints leader reaffirms religion’s opposition to gay marriage

The leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints reaffirmed the religion’s opposition to gay marriage Tuesday, while explaining that leaders lifted a short-lived ban on baptisms for children of gay parents because they felt the “heartache” it caused.

The leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints reaffirmed the religion’s opposition to gay marriage Tuesday, while explaining that leaders lifted a short-lived ban on baptisms for children of gay parents because they felt the “heartache” it caused.

NFL star Drew Brees encourages students to ‘live out your faith,’ bring Bible to school

NFL star Drew Brees encourages students to ‘live out your faith,’ bring Bible to school

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees is calling on students to participate in Bring Your Bible to School Day as a celebration of faith and religious freedom in America.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees is calling on students to participate in Bring Your Bible to School Day as a celebration of faith and religious freedom in America.

Tucson apartment residents face eviction for targeting mosque

Tucson apartment residents face eviction for targeting mosque

An apartment complex near the University of Arizona campus intends to evict residents who threw glass bottles and alcohol at a neighboring mosque.

An apartment complex near the University of Arizona campus intends to evict residents who threw glass bottles and alcohol at a neighboring mosque.

Mississippi wedding venue claims ‘Christian belief’ as reason for rejecting interracial couple

Mississippi wedding venue claims ‘Christian belief’ as reason for rejecting interracial couple

A Mississippi wedding venue that refused to host an interracial couple on their big day — reportedly citing "Christian belief" — has seemingly backtracked after the owner reread the Bible and spoke with her pastor.

A Mississippi wedding venue that refused to host an interracial couple on their big day — reportedly citing "Christian belief" — has seemingly backtracked after the owner reread the Bible and spoke with her pastor.

Harry Potter books banned from Catholic school because reading spells 'risk conjuring evil spirits'

Harry Potter books banned from Catholic school because reading spells 'risk conjuring evil spirits'

The "Harry Potter" series has been banned from a Catholic school in Tennessee because the fictional magic used "actual curses and spells," according to a pastor who described the beloved books as "a possible threat" to their beliefs.

The "Harry Potter" series has been banned from a Catholic school in Tennessee because the fictional magic used "actual curses and spells," according to a pastor who described the beloved books as "a possible threat" to their beliefs.

Ruling against towns in religious discrimination case upheld

Ruling against towns in religious discrimination case upheld

An appeals court has upheld a ruling that concluded two towns on the Arizona-Utah border had discriminated against people who weren't members of a polygamous sect, rejecting an argument that a judge made an error in finding there was a conspiracy between the church and towns.

An appeals court has upheld a ruling that concluded two towns on the Arizona-Utah border had discriminated against people who weren't members of a polygamous sect, rejecting an argument that a judge made an error in finding there was a conspiracy between the church and towns.

Utah man closer to death by firing squad after losing appeal

Utah man closer to death by firing squad after losing appeal

A Utah death row inmate featured in the popular book "Under the Banner of Heaven" after killing his sister-in-law and her child for resisting his polygamist beliefs inched closer to becoming the first American to be executed by firing squad in nearly a decade after losing his latest appeal.

A Utah death row inmate featured in the popular book "Under the Banner of Heaven" after killing his sister-in-law and her child for resisting his polygamist beliefs inched closer to becoming the first American to be executed by firing squad in nearly a decade after losing his latest appeal.

Lawyer: Polygamist leader Warren Jeffs' has mental breakdown

Lawyer: Polygamist leader Warren Jeffs' has mental breakdown

Imprisoned polygamist leader Warren Jeffs has allegedly suffered a mental breakdown and isn't fit to give a deposition in a sex abuse case against him, according to a recent court filing.

Imprisoned polygamist leader Warren Jeffs has allegedly suffered a mental breakdown and isn't fit to give a deposition in a sex abuse case against him, according to a recent court filing.

Photo of woman with 'Jesus wasn't vaccinated' shirt goes viral

Photo of woman with 'Jesus wasn't vaccinated' shirt goes viral

A photo of a woman with a shirt that reads 'Spoiler Alert... Jesus Wasn't Vaccinated' has gone viral with comments slamming the apparent anti-vaxxer's message.

A photo of a woman with a shirt that reads 'Spoiler Alert... Jesus Wasn't Vaccinated' has gone viral with comments slamming the apparent anti-vaxxer's message.

Chase Field to host Jehovah's Witness convention
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Chase Field to host Jehovah's Witness convention

The stadium will welcome many people for a Jehovah?s Witnesses Convention this weekend. Organizers are expecting 40,000 people to pack Chase Field on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, some will be coming from overseas. For those in attendance, the conference comes during a trying time for the country.

The stadium will welcome many people for a Jehovah?s Witnesses Convention this weekend. Organizers are expecting 40,000 people to pack Chase Field on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, some will be coming from overseas. For those in attendance, the conference comes during a trying time for the country.

Man accused of holding teachers hostage at a Phoenix school

Man accused of holding teachers hostage at a Phoenix school

Authorities say a man wanted on felony warrants has been arrested after he was accused of holding a roomful of teachers hostage at a north Phoenix private school near 43rd Avenue and Bell Road.

Authorities say a man wanted on felony warrants has been arrested after he was accused of holding a roomful of teachers hostage at a north Phoenix private school near 43rd Avenue and Bell Road.

St. Joseph Catholic Church plans to rebuild months after massive fire

St. Joseph Catholic Church plans to rebuild months after massive fire

It's been two and a half months since St. Joseph Catholic Church went up in flames, and churchgoers are still holding services and plan to rebuild. FOX 10's Carmen Blackwell reports.

It's been two and a half months since St. Joseph Catholic Church went up in flames, and churchgoers are still holding services and plan to rebuild. FOX 10's Carmen Blackwell reports.

St. Joseph Catholic Church plans to rebuild following destructive fire
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St. Joseph Catholic Church plans to rebuild following destructive fire

It's been two and a half months since St. Joseph Catholic Church went up in flames, and churchgoers�are still holding services and plan to rebuild. FOX 10's Carmen Blackwell reports.

It's been two and a half months since St. Joseph Catholic Church went up in flames, and churchgoers�are still holding services and plan to rebuild. FOX 10's Carmen Blackwell reports.