For Some Muslim Asylum-Seekers In Germany, Christianity Beckons
Some Muslim migrants from Afghanistan and Iran are converting to Christianity in Germany. Skeptics claim it is a ploy to gain asylum.
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Mormon Church Declares Same-Sex Couples To Be Apostates
The policy also bars children in same-sex households from being blessed or baptized until they turn 18 and meet certain conditions.
A 'Troublemaker' Leaves Her Life In Scientology
In her new memoir, actor Leah Remini writes about growing up in the Church of Scientology, becoming one of its prized celebrities, and her family's eventual, wrenching decision to leave it behind.
Poll Finds Americans, Especially Millennials, Moving Away From Religion
A survey by the Pew Research Center shows that the percentage of Americans who say they believe in God, pray daily and attend church regularly is declining.
New Books Allege Years Of Financial Mismanagement At The Vatican
Intrigue over Vatican finances is gaining steam with this week's publication of two books alleging multi-million dollar waste and theft. It follows the weekend arrest of a priest and a Vatican layperson accused of leaking confidential documents.
2 Vatican Officials Arrested In Probe Of Leaked Documents
The two, a senior priest and a public relations specialist, had served on a now defunct financial overhaul commission. Past efforts to curb corruption at the Holy See have fueled intrigue.
Sanders Could Be The First Jewish President, But He Doesn't Like To Talk About It
Bernie Sanders isn't into identity politics. He says he's "proud to be Jewish" but "not particularly religious."
Archdiocese Of New Orleans Restricts Access To Historic Cemetery
One of the most iconic cemeteries in New Orleans, St. Louis No. 1 Cemetery, now requires visitors to enter with a licensed tour guide or official proof that a family member is buried there.
Vatican Arrests 2 Advisers In Connection With Documents Leak
Days before the release of books that purportedly contain revelations of corruption, the Holy See charged a monsignor and a public relations expert with leaking confidential information to the media.
'Nostra Aetate' Opened Up Catholic, Jewish Relations 50 Years Ago
Last month marked the 50th anniversary of the issuance of the most radical document by the Second Vatican Council.