Religion in public life: Paris, London, Texas, the Vatican—and renewed focus on worshipper safety

Religion in public life: Paris, London, Texas, the Vatican—and renewed focus on worshipper safety

Across Europe, the United States, and Africa, recent developments are highlighting how faith communities navigate public life—through new guidance, political debates, court proceedings, and,

LDS Church calls Elder Clark G. Gilbert to Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

LDS Church calls Elder Clark G. Gilbert to Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

Elder Clark G. Gilbert has been called as the newest member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ

Allies, Not Bedfellows: The Global Imperative of Political-Religious Boundaries

Allies, Not Bedfellows: The Global Imperative of Political-Religious Boundaries

In the shadow of the Vatican's diplomatic corridors, where the dome of St. Peter's Basilica dominates the Roman skyline, a curious ritual unfolds each

European Parliament condemns expulsions of foreign Christians under “national security” claims

European Parliament condemns expulsions of foreign Christians under “national security” claims

The European Parliament has adopted a resolution condemning some actions of Türkiye's authorities for what it describes as the targeted expulsion of foreign Christians

Central Europe FoRB Forum debuts in Washington

Central Europe FoRB Forum debuts in Washington

A new civil-society platform focused on freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) in Central Europe was launched this week in Washington, D.C., positioning itself

In Belgium, a Debate Over Religious and Ethical Education Tests Pluralism

In Belgium, a Debate Over Religious and Ethical Education Tests Pluralism

BRUSSELS — As the Flemish government advances a set of reforms aimed at restructuring religious and ethical education in public schools, an academic voice

Global Faith Leaders Unite at IRF Summit 2026: A Historic Call for Religious Freedom Echoes Across Nations

Global Faith Leaders Unite at IRF Summit 2026: A Historic Call for Religious Freedom Echoes Across Nations

International Religious Freedom Summit in Washington D.C. Brings Together 90+ Organizations from 30 Faith Traditions in Unprecedented Show of Unity WASHINGTON, D.C. — In

From Scientology to Christianity, The Super Bowl’s Field of Faith: What Will 2026 Bring?

From Scientology to Christianity, The Super Bowl’s Field of Faith: What Will 2026 Bring?

From Scientology to Christianity, The Super Bowl’s Field of Faith: What Will 2026 Bring?

The Super Bowl’s transformation into a platform for religious messaging is amplified by its staggering international reach. Super Bowl LIX in 2025 reached a record 191.1 million viewers, broadcasting in over 25 languages to more than 195 countries and territories. …

Barcelona congress warns religious freedom is “under siege”

Barcelona congress warns religious freedom is “under siege”

Blanquerna-University Ramon Llull’s three-day forum closes Friday midday after debate by experts from 27 countries The III International Congress on Freedom of Religion and

Buddhist Monks Trek 2,300 Miles Across America to Spread Message of Peace

Buddhist Monks Trek 2,300 Miles Across America to Spread Message of Peace

FORT WORTH, Texas, with more than a million followers across social media, a group of Buddhist monks and their canine companion, Aloka the Peace