by News Feed Editor | Jun 12, 2026 | Religion
TENERIFE, Spain (RNS) — Pope Leo XIV issued a stark warning to human traffickers, telling them to “repent” or face the judgment of God, during a speech to charity workers for the integration of migrants on the Spanish island of Tenerife on Friday (June 12). “I wish to...
by News Feed Editor | Jun 11, 2026 | Religion
(RNS) — When two teenage shooters armed with multiple weapons began firing on the Islamic Center of San Diego last month, a licensed security guard hired by the mosque exchanged fire with the shooters and warned others to flee. That guard — Amin Abdullah — lost his...
by News Feed Editor | Jun 11, 2026 | Religion
(RNS) — Sport competitions often prompt the most pious fans to see divine favor and religious meaning in the performance of their chosen teams and athletes. This year’s NBA Finals, pitting the New York Knicks against the San Antonio Spurs, are no exception. The...
by News Feed Editor | Jun 11, 2026 | Religion
(RNS) — United States Catholic bishops approved a new version of their signature document on child sexual abuse on Thursday (June 11), adding language on the “presumption of innocence” for accused priests, despite a push for broader discussion and changes. Shawn...
by News Feed Editor | Jun 11, 2026 | Religion
LAS PALMAS, Spain (RNS) — Pope Leo XIV delivered a heartfelt speech addressing migrants on Thursday (June 11), reminding them of their worth and dignity even as they suffer at the hands of traffickers and mafias. He also spoke directly to the church and states —...
by News Feed Editor | Jun 11, 2026 | Religion
(RNS) — Southern Baptists adopted a resolution on immigration at their annual meeting, affirming “love of neighbor” but also legal immigration enforcement. The resolution, one of 11 nonbinding statements adopted that gave a sense of viewpoints of those gathered at the...