Catholicism
Leonardo DiCaprio meets with Pope Francis
Pope Francis and Leonardo DiCaprio discussed environmental causes. Leonardo DiCaprio, the Hollywood superstar, met Pope Francis privately to discuss what both of them passionately believe in:…
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France Changing Secularism Teaching to Combat Extremism
To stop radicalization, France overhauls secularism teachings. A year post “Charlie Hebdo” attacks by terrorists, French officials are quick to accelerate efforts made to blot out…
Catholicism
In Startling Move, Pope Francis Includes Women in Foot-Washing Rite
Orthodox members of the Catholic Church are upset over the inclusion of women in foot-washing rite. In a move which rocked the Catholic universe, Pope Francis…
Christianity
Will San Diego Get A Bible-Inspired Theme Park?
Televangelist Morris Cerullo wants to build a Bible-themed resort in San Diego. Morris Cerullo, the controversial televangelist, will join ranks of other Christ themed real estate…
Buddhism
Christina Figueres Credits Buddhist Thich Nhat Hanh for Inspiring Climate Change Talks
Figueres says the teachings of Zen Master helped in Paris Climate Change negotiations A Buddhist monk and his counsel played an instrumental role in the Paris…
Catholicism
Italian Gov’t Starts Debate to Legalize Same-Sex Unions
Italy is Divided Over Effort to Legalize Same-Sex Unions. Pope Francis reiterated the Vatican’s long-stated opposition to civil union between same-sex couples just a week prior…
Christianity
Noah’s Ark Theme Park Can Hire based on Religious Beliefs for Tax Incentives
Noah’s Ark Theme Park is Eligible for Up To $18 Million in Tax Incentives A federal judge, Gregory Van Tatenhove, has ruled that developers constructing a…
Issues
Churches Strengthen Security Protocols with Security Training and Firearm Classes
Churches across the Nation Taking Security Classes after Rise in Religious Hate Crimes. Statistics on hate speeches, attacks, and crimes are at their highest records so…
Catholicism
The Pope Declares Dachau Priest a Martyr
Martyr Engelmar Unzeitig: The Angel of Dachau. Born in Greifendorf, Czech Republic in 1911, Father Engelmar has been declared a martyr by Pope Francis due to…
Christianity
Hillary Clinton’s Religious Beliefs
Hillary Clinton opens up about her religious beliefs and Christian faith in Iowa. Compared to most presidential candidates, Democratic nominee Hilary Clinton never used religion as…
Catholicism
Pope Francis Urges Iran’s President to Fight Terrorism
Pope Francis urges President Hassan Rouhani to promote Peace. Pope Francis met President Hassan Rouhani of Iran to engage in a cordial discussion that touched on…
Issues
Anti-Sikh Violence is on the Rise in Fresno, CA
Fresno, CA has become a hotbed of anti-Sikh violence. Violence against Sikhs in the central California city of Fresno is causing concern. Locals say that while…