Two Men Set Fire to Catholic Church in Retaliation Plan Before Holy Week, DOJ Reveals
Arson Charges Filed Against Two Men for Church Fire On Thursday, the Department of Justice reported that two men from Columbia, Louisiana, have been charged with arson for allegedly setting a Catholic church ablaze just before Holy Week. Authorities found that Anthony Dillon Jr., 19, and James Dale Smith IV, 21, broke into St. John’s […]
Concerns rise as Israel responds after police prevent church leaders from holding Palm Sunday Mass
Disruption at Holy Week in Jerusalem The beginning of Holy Week has seen significant upheaval at one of Christianity’s most sacred locations, leaving many Christians reassessing their connection to the Holy Land. On Sunday, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem, revealed in a statement that Francesco Hierpo, the designated guardian of the Church […]
Catholic church experiences significant increase in attendance — linked to inclusivity?
Rise in Catholic Church Attendance Across the U.S. Attendance at Catholic churches in the United States has been on the rise, particularly during Easter season. This upswing comes on the heels of Pope Leo XIV’s comments, which many interpreted as an encouragement for greater inclusivity within the Church. Earlier this year, an Italian scholar specializing […]
Support for pro-life views decreases among church attendees despite a revival in faith
American Church Faces Pro-Life Decline Even with signs pointing toward a resurgence in religious faith across the U.S., there’s a troubling development within American churches. A recent study from the Family Research Council shows that while 63% of regular church attendees identified as pro-life in 2023, that number dropped to only 43% in 2025. “That’s […]
Maine Senate candidate’s advertisement with church involvement faces pushback from the congregation
Maine Senate Candidate Faces Backlash Over Church Ad Graham Platner, a progressive Senate candidate in Maine, has been trying to rally local support through campaign ads featuring local churches. However, it seems that some congregations aren’t on board with his efforts. The Sullivan Harbor Baptist Church from his hometown recently stated on Facebook that they […]
How Dylan Darling received his ‘Church Bells’ nickname with St. John’s
A Rising Star: Dylan Darling’s Impact for St. John’s It all kicked off with a remark by St. John’s head coach, Rick Pitino, and now it’s become quite the sensation. Dylan Darling, affectionately dubbed “Church Bells,” stepped into the limelight Sunday by sinking a buzzer-beater layup to secure a thrilling 67-65 win over Kansas in […]
Georgia Church Sees 400 Unexpected Baptisms
Church in Georgia Celebrates Mass Baptism A church in Georgia is celebrating after hundreds were baptized in a single day, spurred by a gospel message. Members from Bethlehem Church’s campuses in Barrow, Jackson, and Oconee gathered on March 1, where 13 baptisms were originally planned, according to reports. However, once attendees were encouraged to put […]
Person Taken into Custody for Vandalizing Historic Catholic Church in Milwaukee
Suspect Arrested for Vandalism at Marquette University’s Historic Church Authorities have detained a suspect linked to the vandalism at the Church of the Gesu, located on the Marquette University campus in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This incident occurred just nine months after the church had undergone a $10 million renovation. The individual, a 29-year-old man, was […]
Has youth sports taken the place of church? Jason Whitlock raises concerns about America’s Sunday issue.
Are Youth Sports Quietly Replacing Church in American Life? Sports analyst Danny Cannell has recently raised an interesting point regarding youth sports, especially about the timing of games on Sundays. He proposes that these events should ideally start no earlier than 9 a.m., or, perhaps, not take place on Sundays at all. Cannell, who has […]
San Diego Bishop accused of stealing $270K from church resigns
Vatican Announces Bishop Resignation Following Arrest The Vatican recently confirmed that Pope Leo XIV accepted the resignation of Bishop Emmanuel Hana Shaleta, who was apprehended at San Diego International Airport on charges of embezzlement and money laundering while attempting to leave the country. The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office reported that Shaleta’s arrest occurred on […]