Christianity

VIDEO 11 mins ago

There 'seems to be a newfound appreciation for the role of faith,' Cardinal Dolan says

Archbishop of New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan shares his Christmas message, reflects on the reopening of Notre Dame and weighs in on the rise in people turning to faith.

Advent 2 hours ago

Advent reminder: Jesus Christ brought 'true peace' to the world, says Texas pastor

Pastor Jeremiah Johnston reflects on Hebrews 10:5-7, a conversation between Jesus and God at the incarnation of Christ. Jesus, Johnston said, brought "true peace" to the world.

Media 2 days ago

Christian mother in Nigeria acquitted of blasphemy charges after years-long legal fight: Report

A Christian mother in Nigeria was acquitted of blasphemy charges after being imprisoned for condemning the mob murder of a Nigerian Christian student.

Christianity 6 days ago

'Mary' movie puts spotlight on the Mother of God

The "Mary" movie is No. 1 on the streaming service, reinforcing the interest in the Mother of God. But what does it mean to be "full of grace"? A theology professor and author shared insight.

Archaeology 6 days ago

Artifact with strange inscription dug up at holy site in Jerusalem: 'Unusual location'

Oldest-known Chinese inscription found in Israel was recently found at the holy site of Mount Zion, according to the Israeli Antiquities Authority. It dates back more than 500 years.

Opinion December 15

ADVENT 2024: As Pepperdine president, we learned through hardship Christ brings light to end the darkness

The third Sunday in Advent is a reminder that Christ brings light even our darkest times. Paul learned that our problems here on earth don't compare to the “eternal weight of glory."

Christianity December 8

Martin Scorsese profiles St. Maximilian Kolbe, patron saint of prisoners and drug addicts

St. Maximilian Maria Kolbe, patron saint of journalists, prisoners, and drug addicts, was a Polish priest who was murdered in Auschwitz after volunteering to die in the place of another.

Opinion December 8

ADVENT 2024: Four ways to discover peace through the practices of Advent

We must be intentional to discover quiet and peace in the chaos of the season. We live in a world where division, distraction, despair often drown out the still, small voice of God.

Food-Drink December 4

Bakery honors Christmas by recreating Nativity scene: 'Bread of life made from bread'

This Christmas season, a bakery in England has created a Nativity scene almost entirely made of bread. Baby Jesus, plus Mary and Joseph, are all represented in the display.

Religion December 3

Bible sales surge thanks to fresh editions, new buyers looking for 'things that feel more solid,' report finds

Bible sales rose 22% compared to 2023, despite years of declining religious identification among American adults. Here's what publishers say is driving the uptick.