Patriarch Filaret dies at age of 97
Patriarch Filaret of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church has passed away at the age of 97, prompting national mourning and tributes from religious leaders.
The Story of Elizabeth I: She Shaped the Course of England with Power and Cunning
Elizabeth I of England, known as the Virgin Queen, ruled from 1558 to 1603 and transformed her country into a major European power through her political intelligence and cunning.
Kenya: Kalonzo, Gachagua to Sue State After Church Entry Block in Meru
Leaders Kalonzo Musyoka and Rigathi Gachagua plan to take legal action against the Kenyan government after being denied entry to a church event in Meru, citing violations of constitutional rights.
When church authorities flatter politicians, it ends terribly
The author critiques the troubling relationship between church authorities and political leaders in Slovakia.
Clerics meet in Nigeria: could the Anglican Church split?
A four-day conference of conservative Anglican leaders in Nigeria discusses potential rifts within the Anglican Church over LGBTQ+ issues and the appointment of the Church of England's first female leader.
Bishops warn against the politicization of Great Prayer Day: "I become a little worried"
Danish bishops express concern over the politicization of Great Prayer Day amid discussions of its potential reinstatement by political leaders without involving the Church.
Mayor of Manaus appears in federal investigation concerning vote-buying allegations
The Mayor of Manaus, David Almeida, is under investigation by the Federal Police for alleged vote-buying linked to church leaders ahead of the municipal elections.
Dom Mário Antônio da Silva is the sixth archbishop of Aparecida since 1958; see predecessors
Dom Mário Antônio da Silva has been appointed as the sixth archbishop of Aparecida by Pope Leo XIV, succeeding a long line of influential leaders of this important Catholic diocese in Brazil.
Vatican Seven / The Pope's Fasting, Resistance of Lefebvrists and What's Happening in Assisi
The article discusses recent developments in the Catholic Church, including the appointment of new church leaders and significant events in Assisi.
Police urge Ondo churches, mosques to suspend night services
The Nigeria Police Force has advised religious leaders in Ondo State to suspend night services amid security threats following a recent kidnapping incident during a church service.
Zimbabwe: 'Hands Off the Constitution!' Churches Warn Over Term Extension Bill
Church leaders in Zimbabwe are strongly opposing proposed amendments to the constitution that could extend political power without public support and undermine democratic principles.
Report submitted: More than 100 cases of abuse in the Franciscan order
A report has revealed over 100 cases of sexual abuse against minors within the Franciscan order in Germany since 1945, with calls for accountability and forgiveness from church leaders.
Zelensky and EU leaders honour war dead as Ukraine marks four years
Ukraine commemorated the four-year mark since the Russian invasion with a solemn church service in Kyiv attended by President Zelensky and EU leaders.
The Church and other voices from civil society warn about the paralysis of integration policies for popular neighborhoods
Church leaders and civil society representatives in Argentina have raised alarms about budget cuts and the standstill of programs designed for the integration of vulnerable neighborhoods.
Report of American Bishops on Religious Freedom / Church Leaders in the US Praise Trump's Policy on Gender Ideology. They Are Concerned About ICE Interventions
American bishops released their annual report on religious freedom in the United States, noting improvements under Trump administration but expressing concerns over immigration law enforcement.
The new leaders of the Catholic Church in Brazil that Pope Leo 14 will choose
Pope Leo 14 is set to appoint new leaders for four key archdioceses in Brazil, marking a significant moment for the Catholic Church in the country.
The new leaders of the Catholic Church in Brazil that Pope Leon XIV will choose
Pope Leon XIV is set to appoint new leaders for four major Brazilian archdioceses, marking a significant moment for the country's Catholic leadership.
African Nova Scotian church community leaders mourn Rev. Jesse Jackson
The African Nova Scotian community is mourning Rev. Jesse Jackson, who passed away at 84, leaving a significant impact during his visit to Nova Scotia in 2009.
León XIV analyzed the complaints against Opus Dei in Argentina with its highest authorities
Pope León XIV discussed Opus Dei's renewal and transparency during his first audience with its leaders amid ongoing complaints in Argentina.
Don Lemon compares Minnesota church arrest to civil rights leaders 'fighting for our freedom'
Don Lemon drew parallels between his recent arrest during a protest and the struggles of civil rights leaders in a speech at a human rights campaign event.
Kenya: Ruto Warns Politicians Against Turning Churches Into Theatres of Violence
President William Ruto has called on political leaders to refrain from politicizing places of worship, emphasizing that churches should remain peaceful sanctuaries after a recent violent disruption of a church service in Nyeri County.
Underground church says leaders detained as China steps up crackdown
Leaders from the Early Rain Covenant Church in south-west China have been detained amid an increasing crackdown on unregistered Christian groups by authorities.
The life between the power and the horror of Hitler's pianist who found refuge in a church
Walter Hamböck, a pianist who performed for Nazi leaders and possessed a signed copy of 'Mein Kampf', was detained by the Gestapo in 1940 after the fall of the Third Reich and its consequences on the war.
Spiritual Spectrum / Three American Phenomena: Gangster Pastor, Non-Masculine Orthodoxy, and Billy Graham's Rule
The article discusses the charismatic preaching style of Black pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell, who believes that his sermons may be someone's last chance to hear the gospel, reflecting on the rise of quickly growing churches that depend on such leaders.