NEWS OF THE WEEK
As authorities kept searching this week for answers about the mystery surrounding Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, people of faith around the world continued to offer special prayers. In Malaysia, religious groups held vigils at places of worship and even at … More
Rallies were held in Washington and around the world to mark the third anniversary of the conflict in Syria. Many prayed for peace and called for more aid. The conflict has generated what the UN calls the “worst humanitarian catastrophe” … More
There were prayers for the situation in Crimea after its annexation by Russia. As tensions mounted, Ukrainian Catholic officials accused pro-Russian forces of persecuting Catholic clergy in Crimea. This week the Ukrainian Catholic archbishop met with Pope Francis at the … More
A Christian-Muslim delegation from the Central African Republic was in Washington this week to draw attention to the worsening violence in their country. http://bit.ly/1kQtwSz In a show of unity, the leaders called on the US to increase humanitarian aid. Many … More
The Supreme Court on Tuesday (March 25) hears arguments in a case that has divided religious communities. The issue involves the Affordable Care Act—Obamacare—and pits what the government says is its compelling interest in family planning against employers’ religious beliefs. … More
The Alban Institute in Reston, Virginia announced this week that it is shutting down after 40 years of publishing, and problem-solving primarily within the Protestant mainline. Apparently, with dwindling congregations, not enough mainline churches could continue to afford Alban’s help. … More
Fred Phelps died this week (March 20) at the age of 84. He was the leader of the Westboro Baptist Church in Topeka, Kansas, notorious for its anti-gay message and protests of military funerals. He stood as a symbol of … More
On March 28, Zoroastrians celebrate the birthday of their founder, the Prophet Zarathustra. Also, Hindus celebrate their New Year.
As authorities searched for the missing Malaysian Airlines Flight 370 this week, people of faith around the world offered special prayers. In Kuala Lumpur, Muslim, Buddhist, Hindu and Christian leaders also held vigils to support family members of those on … More
Thursday was the one-year anniversary of the election of Pope Francis. Catholics across the spectrum released assessments of how he has changed the papacy. Many praised Francis for bringing new attention and excitement to the church. Others said he has … More
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