Religious Articles

The Church of England’s General Synod voted to formally hear a Palestinian Christian document describing Israel as a “colonial enterprise,” marking a significant moment for Palestinian Anglican communities but drawing concerns from Jewish leaders about interfaith relations.

Australian taxpayers could be forced to cover up to $65 million in compensation payouts to hundreds of abuse survivors if the Christian Brothers Catholic order goes bankrupt, according to newly released court documents.

The UK’s largest Muslim convention, Jalsa Salana, proceeded with enhanced security measures amid rising anti-Muslim hate crimes, drawing approximately 50,000 attendees from over 100 countries.

A Kenyan court dismissed a petition to decriminalize marijuana for Rastafarian spiritual use, prompting followers to plan an appeal and continue advocating for religious rights.

Jordan convenes emergency foreign ministers meeting over what it characterizes as an imminent threat to al-Aqsa mosque and Dome of the Rock, citing recent Israeli incursions that it says violate longstanding agreements.

Congressman Jared Huffman, the only current non-believing member of Congress, has written a book arguing that Christian nationalism poses a significant threat to American democracy and has grown more powerful since January 6.

The Russian Orthodox church has sent a fragment of a medieval prince’s remains to troops in Ukraine, stating the relic would spiritually strengthen soldiers and aid their war effort.

US and Canadian authorities charged 37 people, including imprisoned Indian gang leader Lawrence Bishnoi, in connection with the 2023 assassination of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada.

The Christian Brothers obtained a court moratorium on civil abuse claims, citing a Gospel imperative to support all members, including nine convicted child sex offenders currently in the order.

Pope Leo praised the US history of welcoming migrants while visiting Lampedusa, an entry point for migrants to Europe, in an apparent critique of Trump administration immigration policies.

Ezra Jin, founder of China’s prominent Zion Church underground congregation, was released from prison and arrived in the United States following diplomatic efforts by the Trump administration.

The Church of England rejected a motion to rewild 30% of its land by 2030, instead passing an amendment without measurable targets, drawing criticism from environmental campaigners.