- May 9, 2025
Leo XIV, an American and Peruvian pope
(RNS) — The Holy Spirit surprised us Thursday (May 8) by electing Robert Prevost, an Illinois native who is also a citizen of Peru. For
Pope Francis encouraged Christian-Muslim dialogue and helped break down stereotypes
(The Conversation) — Pope Francis’ pontificate marked a distinct shift in the Catholic Church’s engagement with the Muslim world. While his predecessors fostered dialogue and
The papal election could produce a surprise. Unless it doesn’t.
(RNS) — Don’t believe anything you read about who is going to be the next pope — even what you read in this column. Conclaves
Prince’s Christianity, spirituality, sexuality explored in new book
(RNS) — When turning up the 1982 Prince hit “1999,” few partygoers realize the song isn’t just a funky ode to revelry, but an apocalyptic
Amy Spitalnick on How Jewish Safety and Inclusive Democracy are Inextricably Linked
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Succession, Vatican Style and the Legacy of Pope Francis + Claire Giangravé
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Father James Martin Reflects on LGBTQ+ Inclusion, Environmentalism, and Compassionate Leadership
Pope Francis, who led the Roman Catholic Church worldwide since 2013, has passed away at the age of 88. A tireless champion of the central
‘The White Lotus’ was more religious than you think
(RNS) — For me, and for many others, watching the third season of the acclaimed HBO/Max series “The White Lotus” was a religious experience. What
Russian missiles hit Ukrainian city of Sumy during Palm Sunday celebrations, killing more than 30
SUMY, Ukraine (AP) — Russian missiles struck the heart of the Ukrainian city of Sumy as people gathered to celebrate Palm Sunday, killing at least
New York City places street sign honoring influential Buddhist monk, Thích Nhất Hạnh
NEW YORK (RNS) — Dozens of Buddhist monastics and lay believers huddled together on a busy Upper West Side street corner on a cold, rainy
