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All Saints’ Day, celebrated by Christians worldwide, honors martyrs and saints. Rooted in ancient traditions, this holiday overlaps with Halloween’s origins, which trace back to the Celtic festival of Samhain. According to Michigan State University professor Morgan Shipley, Samhain marked a transition to winter, symbolizing a thinning veil between the
Sarah Jakes Roberts captivated tens of thousands of women at the Woman Evolve 2024 conference held at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. Preaching barefoot after removing her white platform sandals, Roberts delivered an impassioned message rooted in John 11, emphasizing surrender and trust in Jesus. She reminded attendees of
The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors has issued its first global report on the Catholic Church’s response to clergy sexual abuse. The 50-page pilot annual report reviewed practices in 12 countries, two religious orders, and two Vatican offices. It criticized the Vatican’s Dicastery for the Doctrine of the
Gabriel “Gabe” Mills, a former pastor at Journey Church in Kenosha, Wisconsin, is facing two felony charges for allegedly transferring intimate photos of a church member without consent. Mills reportedly accessed the photos during a church life group meeting at his home. According to the criminal complaint, he sent the
A Baylor University team has empowered Pakistani women from diverse faith traditions by teaching leadership skills through sports. This initiative, led by Baylor faculty, graduate students, and alumni, included virtual workshops and in-person activities to promote teamwork and leadership. The IDEA-SPORT program—funded by a U.S. State Department grant—connected Baylor with
Dr. Darren Whitehead, senior pastor of Church of the City in Nashville, Tennessee, believes fasting is the “most neglected spiritual practice in the modern world” and argues that it may be more essential now than ever. In his book, The Digital Fast: 40 Days to Detox Your Mind and Reclaim
In response to a new report indicating that one-third of UK Catholics have reduced or stopped attending Mass due to the child sexual abuse crisis within the Church, a leading bishop has committed to significant reforms. The study, led by Durham University’s Centre for Catholic Studies, sheds light on the
President Joe Biden delivered a formal apology to Indigenous communities for the historical role of the U.S. government in the Native American Boarding School system. Speaking at Gila River Crossing School near Phoenix, Biden addressed a crowd of Indigenous people, apologizing for the trauma caused by this policy, which forcibly
Sophia Cappawana, at just 19, has made history by securing a local council position in Duncannon, Pennsylvania, before even voting in a presidential election. Cappawana, the daughter of a former mayor, feels her position reflects an unusual level of civic engagement for her age, especially in a generation often perceived
Tim Tebow’s Fight Against Child Trafficking Tim Tebow, renowned for his devout Christian faith and former NFL career, continues to use his platform for social impact. Through his Tim Tebow Foundation, he has launched the “UnKNOWN and UnFINISHED” campaign, a movement aimed at rescuing children from the grip of human
Synod on Synodality: A Notable Shift in Attitudes The second and final session of the Synod on Synodality recently concluded, showcasing a transformative shift in discussions around LGBTQ issues within the Catholic Church. Father James Martin noted the marked difference from last year, describing a less confrontational and more understanding
A lawsuit by former Liberty University employee Ellenor Zinski reflects the intense debate over transgender rights in the U.S. Filed by the ACLU of Virginia; the lawsuit alleges that Zinski was fired from Liberty’s IT help desk solely due to her transgender identity. Zinski, who started transitioning in early 2023,
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