Rabbi Gershon Litt has been a guiding light for many young Jewish adults. For almost 20 years, he has led trips to Israel. These trips, known as Birthright Israel, help young Jews learn about their heritage. Litt was recently awarded the 2025 Jeffrey R. Solomon Prize. This award honors educators who
Pope Leo made a significant stop at Istanbul's Blue Mosque during his first international trip. He showed respect by taking off his shoes, a common practice in many Muslim places of worship. However, he chose not to pray, focusing instead on exploring the mosque's vast interior, which can accommodat
In Canada and the U. S. , the concept of a soul is not as clear-cut as one might think. Many people in these countries believe in a soul, but fewer believe in an afterlife. This suggests that the idea of a soul is evolving beyond traditional religious boundaries. Researchers surveyed over 1, 000 pe
Lebanon, a small nation with a significant Christian population, is currently facing a mix of hope and frustration. The country's economic and security challenges have been ongoing for years. Recently, a drone strike in Beirut killed a high-ranking member of Hezbollah, adding to the tension. Pope L
Pope Leo XIV made a significant stop at Istanbul's Blue Mosque during his first foreign visit. This visit was part of his effort to promote unity among Christians. Unlike his predecessors, Leo did not pray at the mosque but showed respect by touring the place. An imam invited him to pray, but Leo ch
Here's a surprising fact: Bible sales in the U. S. are going up, even as fewer people are going to church. This year, more than 18 million Bibles have been sold, and sales are up 11% compared to last year. Why is this happening? One reason might be the chaos of the last few years. The COVID-19 pand
Baton Rouge is buzzing with religious events this December. The Berean Seventh-day Adventist Church is kicking things off with their annual Religious Liberty Day on December 6th. This gathering is all about championing religious freedom, human rights, and community involvement. The church's Public A
In a powerful speech, Pope Leo XIV criticized those who twist religion to support conflict. He emphasized that faith should bring people together, not drive them apart. This message was shared during a special church event in Turkey. Leo stressed that everyone, no matter their background, should wo
In a world torn by strife, Christian leaders gathered in ancient Nicaea to mark a significant milestone. The 1, 700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council brought together around 27 Christian leaders, including Pope Leo XIV, to reflect on unity and faith. The Pope expressed gratitude to Patr
In a small town near Salzburg, three elderly nuns are making headlines. Sisters Bernadette, Regina, and Rita, all in their 80s, have been living in their old convent since September. They left a care home where they were placed last December. Church leaders are not happy about this. They want the nu
