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Light Prevailing over Darkness- Jami Amerine’s Search for her Destination
Light Prevailing over Darkness- Jami Amerine’s Search for her Destination The mind of a new-born child is like a blank canvas. His surroundings shape his thinking, transforming his personality. Ever since a child is born, he is introduced to a religion that is...
Miguel Torneire Taking His Missionary Work A Step Further For Helping The People
Humans are taught to help others from a very young age. Regardless of their beliefs, age, race, or any other category, humans are taught to help others since it is a basic code of conduct. Helping others is not just part of good manners; humans are prompted to help...
From Ashes to Beauty – Robert Sherriff
YES, it’s true, life is not always sunshine and rainbows. It’s not always easy, and sometimes it’s harsh and unfair. One might wonder, if there is a God, where is he? Why didn’t he stop that difficulty from happening? But the truth is, even if we don’t see or feel it,...
Embalming and Cremation: Here’s What You Need to Know
Upon the passing of a loved one, the urgency to make arrangements can often be overwhelming. The process of preserving a body after death can be extensive and perplexing for those dealing with the emotions of loss. From the decisions for viewings to setting a loved...
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Dutch court allows rapper Ye concerts in the Netherlands
AMSTERDAM (AP) — A judge in Amsterdam on Wednesday rejected an appeal by a Jewish organization to block two performances by the rapper Ye, formerly Kanye West, ruling that the concerts are not a threat to public order. Ye has drawn widespread controversy in recent...
Meet the pastors who support the ICE raids
(RNS) — Pastors and other clergy have made headlines over the past year for their roles in protesting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement crackdowns in places such as Chicago and Minneapolis. They’ve been hit by pepper balls and tear gas during protests; sued to...
In Spain, Pope Leo faces Europe’s tensions over faith, migration and life issues
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — When Pope Leo XIV lands in Spain on Saturday (June 6), he will find a country riven by polarization over migration and life issues, and where declining church attendance coexists with a new, striking interest in faith among young people. In short,...
Defense Department to drop atheists, pagans, 175 others from list of military faiths
(RNS) — The Department of Defense is substantially reducing the number of religions it officially recognizes, reportedly excluding atheists, pagans, humanists and New Age faiths, an independent military-focused news website reports. The reduction of recognized faith...
Pepper-sprayed yet undeterred: Faith leaders keep ministering at Delaney Hall
(RNS) — Moments before Department of Homeland Security agents fired a hail of pepper balls at the feet of demonstrators outside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark, New Jersey, last Monday (May 25), faith leaders say they were frantically working to calm...
As polyamory gains visibility, monogamy faces a vote in the Presbyterian Church (USA)
(RNS) — A proposal that would require ordained clergy to be monogamous is on the docket at the Presbyterian Church (USA)’s General Assembly this summer. The overture, CON-10, has generated strong reactions online but not yet earned broad support from PCUSA groups. A...
Powerful Iran-backed militias in Iraq say they will start handing in weapons to authorities
IRBIL, Iraq (AP) — Two of Iraq’s most powerful Iran-backed militias said on Tuesday they would begin handing in their weapons to the authorities, a major step in the new government’s effort to rein in militias that have long operated on their own even though they were...
Catholic sisters push Palantir on human rights as faith leaders rally in New York
NEW YORK (RNS) — Catholic sisters, investors and immigrant rights activists plan to rally on Wednesday (June 3) outside of Palantir Technologies’ New York office, 30 minutes before the company holds it annual general meeting and considers a shareholders’ proposal...
Photos of the Week: Ebola responses, end of Hajj
(RNS) — This week’s photo selection includes the Ebola crisis in Africa, Spain preparing for Pope Leo XIV and more. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source
In historic appointment, Pope Leo names EWTN’s Montse Alvarado to lead Vatican communications office
(RNS) — Pope Leo XIV has named Maria Montserrat “Montse” Alvarado, the current president and COO of U.S.-based Catholic media giant EWTN News, to lead the Vatican’s communication office, the Vatican announced Tuesday (June 2). Just under 40, Alvarado will be the...
Returning to the fold? Some young Spaniards embrace Catholicism and can’t wait for Pope Leo’s visit
Until three years ago, Sara Cabral’s faith experience was on trend with other Southern European youth — a “Catholic but never practicing” upbringing with little relevance to her life on Spain’s Canary Islands. Then she listened to a song from a faith youth group that...
Mexican designer blends soccer and pre-Hispanic culture ahead of the World Cup
MEXICO CITY (AP) — It’s no coincidence that Hugo Rosas’ jersey designs ahead of the World Cup resemble some of Mexico’s most iconic decorations. His work fuses soccer and Mexican identity to showcase his country’s culture beyond its borders. His latest collection is...