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The article calls on the Church, specifically Archbishop Martin Modéus, to take action against arms exports to Israel in response to the ongoing violence in the West Bank.

Jürgen Habermas, a prominent German philosopher, passed away at the age of 96, leaving behind a legacy of influential thought and engaging conversations about societal change.

Fortaleza's Archdiocese has a special schedule of masses and processions to celebrate Saint Joseph's Day, a significant cultural and religious event in Ceará.

In Germany, the Green party is advocating for additional days off or flexible working hours for Muslims during their holy days to combat structural disadvantages faced by Muslim organizations compared to churches.

Irish police have recovered two gilded wooden reliquaries from the 18th century, believed to have been stolen from a Czech church nearly 30 years ago.

In Bavaria, nearly 124,000 people left the Catholic and Protestant churches last year, with the Catholic Church seeing a decrease in exits while the Protestant Church experienced an increase.

A project in Bavaria highlights the significance of Marian worship through various churches and cultural symbols dedicated to the Virgin Mary.

The major churches in Germany lost a total of 1.2 million members in 2025, primarily due to resignations and deaths, although the number of departures from the Catholic Church has slightly decreased.

Alcohol-affected individuals have caused disturbances in Tampere's churches, resulting in police intervention and a security trial in one church due to rising issues.

Tampere churches have faced disturbances caused by intoxicated individuals, prompting congregational measures to ensure safety.

House churches in Iran are becoming crucial for the survival of the Christian faith amid government persecution and societal pressure.

Young people gather at St. Agnes Church in Berlin to explore the repurposing of churches, as thousands are expected to remain vacant in Germany.

The evangelical church in Brazil is becoming a significant source of talent for the country's major orchestras, with a large percentage of musicians affiliated with Pentecostal churches.

Protests in Mexico on International Women’s Day resulted in extensive vandalism and clashes with police, particularly targeting churches and other symbolic buildings.

The article discusses the misuse of the term 'big church' and emphasizes the need for better understanding of church-related matters.

Pope Leo XIV faces significant challenges in addressing the Iran War due to his American identity, theological background, and the nature of the conflict.

The Catholic Church faces significant challenges in addressing the Iran War, particularly concerning its doctrine on just war and the ongoing sectarian tension between Christians and Muslims.

The Unification Church, which was ordered to dissolve by a Tokyo High Court, has started liquidation proceedings, leaving its headquarters and churches without access.

Churches in Mainz, Frankfurt, and Limburg are evaluating charging admission fees for tourists, following Cologne's example, while allowing free entry for worshippers.

The Wieliczka Salt Mine near Krakow, Poland, is a stunning underground city where salt forms the structure of churches and buildings, showcasing a unique blend of human labor and nature.

Brazilian churches, particularly within evangelical communities, are grappling with the issue of domestic violence, often remaining silent rather than supporting victims.

Over 130 Catholic churches have been demolished in Brazil throughout the 20th century, due to factors such as infrastructure projects and conflicts.

A study by the British Bible Society indicates a significant increase in church attendance among young adults in Britain, despite conflicting official statistics.

A federal appeals court in the U.S. has upheld the principle that religious organizations can hire only individuals who share their religious beliefs, deeming this practice a constitutionally protected autonomy of churches and religious communities.

The story explores how an 11-year-old altar boy with Down syndrome has sparked discussions on inclusivity within churches in the interior of São Paulo, Brazil.

A fire completely destroyed Saint-Paul Church in Montreal's Sud-Ouest district, recalling past arson incidents targeting churches linked to revelations about unmarked graves of Indigenous children in Canada.

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.

Church leaders in Zimbabwe are strongly opposing proposed amendments to the constitution that could extend political power without public support and undermine democratic principles.

Finnish Bishop Raimo Goyarrola highlights the growing interest in Catholicism amid increasing attendance in a context where the Catholic Church represents a small minority.

Many medieval churches in Gotland remain unheated throughout winter, resulting in costly heating expenses when used for events like weddings and baptisms.

A Florida bill aims to enable churches and other places of worship to employ armed volunteers for security purposes without requiring a professional security license.

The article discusses the trend of renovating old churches in rural Australia, particularly focusing on the case of Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church in Peranga.

The article discusses how victims of sexual violence in schools and churches may be entitled to compensation from statutory accident insurance, revealing long-hidden information known by the state and churches.

A Lithuanian priest raises fundamental questions about the role of the church in contemporary society as churches face large energy bills after being categorized as non-domestic consumers by the energy supplier ESO.

The Finnish congregation in Vaasa has permitted same-sex marriages and blessings of unions in their churches, a significant change following a previous rejection of such practices by church officials.

The article discusses the survival of Lutheran churches and congregations in Latvia during the Soviet era, as explored in upcoming exhibitions.

The Anglican Diocese of North Queensland has received approval to sell its church properties to fund compensation for victims of historical child sexual abuse.

In Manaus, churches and shrines will celebrate special masses on Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of Lent for Catholics.

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent for Catholics, with 23 masses celebrated in Roraima.

Experts are documenting medieval graffiti in Gotland churches, highlighting the need for preservation before these historical inscriptions are lost.

Violence against churches in America has surged over the past 25 years, with nearly 380 incidents resulting in significant casualties.

Salvador will host a series of masses on Ash Wednesday, marking the start of Lent with celebrations across various churches and chapels.

The Archdiocese of Teresina announced the mass schedule for Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of Lent with rituals involving the imposition of ashes.

Several parishes in Chicago have announced their schedules for Ash Wednesday services, which begin the Lenten season on February 18, 2026.

Catholic churches in Bahia prepare for Ash Wednesday, marking the onset of Lent—a 40-day period leading to Easter.

Nigerian media personality Toke Makinwa expresses her preference for supporting hospitals and the needy over giving monthly tithes to wealthy churches.

A record 419 couples married in churches across Norway today for Valentine's Day, marking a significant increase from last year's 277.

On Valentine's Day, over 120 churches offered drop-in weddings, with 11 couples marrying at Oslo Cathedral, including Eli Karine Navestad and Øystein Formoe Dambakken who described their spontaneous decision to wed.

In response to a growing demand for places of worship, the Diocese of Rome and the Italian Bishops' Conference have announced the construction of five new churches in the city.

Quebec churches face closures as government funding for renovations is halted and secularism rises amid increasing repair costs.