NEWS OF THE WEEK
In Washington, amid an early spring snow storm, members of the Episcopal Church held a special Holy Week service meant to raise awareness about violence, particularly gun violence. Alongside bishops from around the country, several hundred people prayed for end … More
Pope Francis began his papacy this week amid high expectations and intense scrutiny from Catholics and non-Catholics alike. An emphasis on simplicity and humility marked the installation Mass Tuesday (March 19), where Francis continued to highlight his concern for the … More
Another major branch of Christianity, the worldwide Anglican Communion, also has a new leader this week. On Thursday (March 21), Justin Welby was enthroned as the 105th Archbishop of Canterbury. Before the enthronement, in an exclusive interview with our managing … More
During his first trip to Israel as president, Barack Obama this week issued a strong call for peace in the region. The president repeatedly pledged his support for Israel’s security but he also said Israel will thrive only when there … More
In Washington, as debates over the federal budget continued, religious leaders gathered outside the Capitol to once again demand a budget they described as moral and fair. The group brought along fish and loaves of bread, a reference to Jesus’s … More
A new poll from the Public Religion Research Institute this week shows that majorities in every faith group surveyed support an immigration policy that includes an earned pathway to citizenship. A little more than 60 percent of the population as … More
Gordon Cosby died this week. Right after World War II, in which he was a paratrooper chaplain, he founded and then led the nondenominational Church of the Savior in Washington, DC. In an early interview on this program, Cosby spoke … More
Hindus this week celebrate the colorful festival of Holi (March 27-28). During the popular celebration, families paint each other and toss colored water and powders that represent energy, life, and joy. On Sunday (March 24), Western Christians observe Palm Sunday. … More
At the Vatican, as the Catholic cardinals chose Tuesday (March 12) to begin the papal conclave, more groundwork was laid this week for the selection of the new pope. As the cardinals conferred with each other in Rome, in Washington … More
In a new poll released this week, the New York Times and CBS News asked a sample of American Catholics what they want in a new pope. More than half—54 percent—said they want him to emphasize more liberal teachings than … More
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