Catholicism
Pope Francis’ Makes a Unique Stop in Cuba at a Santeria Shrine
Pope Francis acknowledged the 13 percent of Cubans who practice Santeria during his trip. Pope Francis has been touring Cuba and is now visiting the United…
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Christianity
This is Why You Should Actually Be Nice to Mormon Missionaries
Understanding Mormon missionaries will make you think twice before slamming the door in their faces. Mormon missionaries have achieved a level of unexpected fame as cultural…
Christianity
Atheist Richard Dawkins & Bristol Palin’s Startling Reactions to Ahmed Mohamed
Despite overwhelming support for Ahmed Mohamed, figures like Richard Dawkins and Bristol Palin are critical of the 14-year-old’s intentions. After learning Ahmed Mohamed’s not-so-pleasant experience with…
Catholicism
Why are Native Americans Attacking Pope Francis?
Native Americans protest Pope Francis’ canonization of Priest Junipero Serra, who they believe enslaved, abused and spread disease. This week, Pope Francis will be canonizing Father…
Islam
Problems on the Road to Hajj: Saudi Arabia Warns of Unrest, Cases of MERS
Pilgrims from all over the world are gathering at Mecca for Hajj as the Health Ministry is warning of MERS. There has been a sudden increase…
Entertainment
Why Even the 1920s Jewish Mafia Observed Yom Kippur
Jewish mobsters, “The Purple Gang” were criminals but still made it to Temple to seek forgiveness for their sins on Yom Kippur. The year was 1929.…
Catholicism
FFRF Disputes NYC Pope Francis Ticket Giveaway, Says City is Endorsing Catholicism
Is the city’s ticket giveaway an endorsement of Pope Francis and Catholicism? Freedom From Religion Foundation says yes. On September 25, the Pope will be visiting…
Ethics
Ben Carson Says Muslims Shouldn’t Be President
During a Meet the Press interview, Ben Carson says he “would not advocate” a Muslim American president. In a presidential campaign that has been fraught with…
Entertainment
Thousands Petition to Ban Animal Sacrifice as Part of Eid al-Adha in India
An online petition demanding the government to prohibit a Muslim festival’s cruelty to animals has garnered thousands of supporters. All religions across the world have holy…
Catholicism
Pope Francis Visits Cuba, Avoids Talking Cuban Politics
Pope Francis begins his tour of North America with a stop in Cuba last weekend. Revolution Square can be termed as the political hub of evolving…
Entertainment
Preparing For the Celebration of Mabon Harvest and Feast
Mabon, the Autumn Equinox: A Time of Thanks to Sol, Dark Mother and The Green Man. Mabon is one of the seasonal festivities observed by modern…
Books
Former NBC ‘Meet the Press’ Moderator David Gregory on Faith, his New Book
David Gregory is bridging the gap between Christianity and Judaism with his new book How’s Your Faith? An Unlikely Spiritual Journey. Being expelled from a high-profile…