LIFESTYLE January 8, 2023 Bible verse of the week: Christ 'became poor' to extend 'eternal salvation,' says faith leader A pastor who works with a Virginia ministry explains the meaning of 2 Corinthians 8:9, sharing three applications for believers today: grace, generosity and the understanding of how Christ's earthly poverty led to salvation.
Vatican January 7, 2023 Tension in the Vatican revealed by top aide following death of Benedict XVI Hours after the funeral for Pope Benedict XVI, an Italian publisher released copies of a tell-all book that revealed years of tension in the Vatican.
Israel January 6, 2023 Israeli ambassador slams UN for meeting over visit to Temple Mount Supporters of Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir stress that he did not walk on the site of the Holy of Holies and did not pray, thereby avoiding any violations of policy.
EDUCATION January 6, 2023 Ohio grandfather and pastor fights for children feeling unsafe with trans bathroom policy: 'I'm devastated' An Ohio pastor, Anthony Cooper, speaks out about a Shelby City School District transgender bathroom policy, saying it could have potential harm on students.
Israel January 6, 2023 Dozens of Christian graves toppled, defaced in historic Jerusalem cemetery: 'Clear hate crime' Roughly 30 Christian graves were vandalized inside a historic cemetery in Jerusalem, and local authorities described the desecration as a "clear hate crime" that has led to two arrests.
Vatican January 6, 2023 Biden honors late Pope Benedict XVI at Holy See's embassy in DC President Biden visited Thursday the Apostolic Nunciature to the United States and signed the condolence book after the passing of Pope Benedict XVI last week.
Vatican January 5, 2023 Pope Benedict XVI laid to rest under St. Peter's Basilica in private ceremony The late Pope Benedict XVI was laid to rest in the crypt under St. Peter's Basilica in a private ceremony after days of public mourning and prayer.
Media January 5, 2023 Faith leaders cheer ESPN analyst's 'moving' prayer on-air for Damar Hamlin: 'He wasn't afraid' After an ESPN analyst prayed on air for Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin, Christian leaders lauded the move as refreshing, heart warming and encouraging.
Vatican January 5, 2023 Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI funeral mass held in Saint Peter's Square, presided over by Pope Francis Pope Francis will preside over the funeral mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI on Thursday. The Vatican announced Pope Benedict's death on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2023.
World January 5, 2023 Pope Benedict XVI's funeral: Pope Francis remembers the dead pontiff's life, legacy and courage Pope Francis presided over former Pope Benedict XVI's funeral mass in St. Peter's Square Thursday, remembering his life, legacy, and courage for resigning from the papacy.