Women have long complained they have second-class status in the Church, despite doing the lion's share of its work teaching in schools, runnin…
Interest in Wicca and witchcraft appears to be increasing, but what exactly is Wicca in the first place?
As the Jewish community prepares to celebrate the High Holy Days, a scholar of the Bible explains their history and why they might offer conso…
There are five pillars – or basic tenets – of Islamic faith. Each of these pillars is an important part of being Muslim.
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Disaffected young evangelicals and those who left the church describe an out-of-touch institution not in line with their political beliefs, a …
See 26 images captured by AP photographers in March, as springtime ushered in a host of religious holidays and festivals observed by the faith…
As vaccinated grandparents gather with their families this Passover, many might find solace in the history of the celebrations and how it offe…
Vice President Kamala Harris joined President Joe Biden and the first lady in participating in a virtual Passover celebration Thursday.
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Valentine’s Day actually originated as a liturgical feast to celebrate the decapitation of a third-century Christian martyr, or perhaps two. S…
When the coronavirus pandemic sent the U.S. economy into freefall last year, the federal government hastily knit a safety net for small busine…
With the holiday season under way, charitable donations are on the rise. But how do organizations use their funds?
As physical gathering spaces closed to congregants because of COVID-19, religious leaders created new places to commune with members online th…
After a local radio station canceled his weekly broadcast last year, Pastor Eddie Bone started putting his Sunday sermons online. But hardly 1…
Muslims throughout the world are celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr, a celebration at the end of Ramadan. Here's an introduction to this i…
Normally, the May 1 "Day of the Indoctrinator" ceremony attracts Valley of the Dawn members from across the globe. This year's a little different.
Thursday marks the start of the holy month of Ramadan for many Muslims. Here's a look at what traditions will remain in place, and how others …
This Ramadan, celebrations will look a little different, and organizations and individuals around the world are doing their part to make it special.
Mohammad Hassan Khalil, associate professor of religious studies and director of the Muslim Studies Program at Michigan State University, answ…
In medieval Europe Passover was a touchpoint for violence and libel against Jews.
Are you ready to give up caffeine for 40 days? What about your social media accounts? While giving up those things may seem hard for you, Chri…
Nativity scenes showing the birth of baby Jesus first originated in the small Italian town of Greccio. Today, some such scenes have taken a po…
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church has an app, does a live stream, and on Sunday it held a giant service at a performing arts center.
Alienation of affection laws, sometimes known as "homewrecker" laws, allow the spouse to sue another person for "purposefully interfering with…
Would you be okay with armed volunteers in your place of worship?
On March 17, people around the world will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by parading in green hats, sporting images of shamrocks and leprechauns …
