Plainville has found itself in a heated discussion about a nativity scene that has been a part of the town's holiday tradition for over 25 years. This year, the scene was missing, and not everyone is happy about it. The Plainville Republicans took to Facebook to express their displeasure. They beli
The year 2025 has been a rollercoaster for faith and religion. It started with a significant loss and ended with a mix of hope and sorrow. The Catholic Church said goodbye to Pope Francis and welcomed Pope Leo XIV, its first U. S. pope. This change brought a fresh perspective, with a focus on love,
Religions are not static. They change and grow over time. This growth can happen slowly or in sudden bursts. But how do these bursts happen? And what causes them? Researchers used a unique approach. They treated religions like family trees. This way, they could track how new religious groups form.
Nigeria is facing a growing issue. Many individuals are being pushed out of their homes. But who exactly are these people? And what drives them to leave? The answer isn't straightforward. Official records often lack detailed information about their religious backgrounds, making it challenging to gra
This holiday season, Americans are finding a new way to spread cheer. Instead of just buying gifts for family and friends, they're using special vending machines to help people they'll never meet. These machines, called Giving Machines, let people pick items like food, livestock, and school supplies
Pope Leo, the first pope from the United States, delivered a powerful message during a Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter's Basilica. He emphasized that rejecting the poor and strangers is like turning away from God. This idea was central to his sermon, which drew parallels between the birth of Jesus i
In Petaluma, the St. Vincent de Paul Church is buzzing with activity. Advent services are in full swing, offering solace and spiritual reinforcement to those who attend. It's a time of reflection and preparation for the faithful. A new face, Leticia Flores, recently joined the congregation. After a
Bethlehem, a city known for its deep Christian roots, saw a revival of Christmas celebrations this year. After two years of cancellations due to the Israel-Hamas war, the giant Christmas tree made its comeback, bringing a sense of normalcy to Manger Square. The city, where Jesus is believed to have
Ann Lee, a simple blacksmith's daughter from Manchester, was born on a leap day in 1736. From a young age, she was deeply spiritual, drawn to divine worship and repulsed by physical intimacy. Her life took an extraordinary turn when she became the leader of a significant religious movement in Americ
Pope Leo XIV is making some big changes to how Christmas is celebrated at the Vatican. He's bringing back old traditions that haven't been seen in years. One of these is the Christmas Day Mass in St. Peter's Basilica, which hasn't happened since 1994. This Mass will take place on December 25th at 10
