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RELIGION March 28, 2024

US pastors see popular Easter services as opportunity to rebuild in-person worship attendance

As pastors prepare for Easter this year, many are eager to welcome more people back to churches than they have seen since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic four years ago.

Lent and Life March 28, 2024

On Holy Thursday at the Last Supper, Jesus gave us the gift of himself, says Minnesota priest

At the Last Supper, Jesus not only instituted the Eucharist, he also displayed servitude toward the disciples in washing their feet, said a Minnesota priest to Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital.

OPINION March 28, 2024

Holy Week and Easter Sunday offer a message like no other. And it can change your life

Holy Week and Easter mark the most important time in the calendar year for Christians all over the world. And it brings a powerful message that is unlike any other.

Vladimir Putin March 27, 2024

Is Russia’s Putin a devout Christian or has he weaponized religion to advance his personal ambitions?

Russian President Vladimir Putin's use of Orthodox Christianity as a strategic tool to restore Russia’s Imperial status has revived the Russian people’s sense of exceptionalism.

Africa March 26, 2024

Kenya starts to hand over to relatives the bodies of 429 members of a doomsday cult

Kenya's government began returning to relatives the exhumed bodies of more than 400 members of a doomsday cult; leader of the cult is accused of asking followers to starve themselves.

Asia March 26, 2024

Malaysia convenience store owners charged over allegedly offensive socks that angered Muslims

The founders of a Malaysian convenience store chain, KK Mart Group and one of its suppliers are facing charges over socks with the word "Allah" for sale.

Lent and Life March 25, 2024

Pray for the 'brave' Christians of Ukraine during Lent, says religious freedom advocate

Steven Moore, founder of the Ukraine Freedom Project and a religious freedom advocate, told Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital about the state of Christianity in Ukraine after the Russian invasion.

RELIGION March 24, 2024

Jewish holiday of Purim may have echoes in American history, says New York rabbi

Rabbi Dr. Ari Lamm reflects on the story of Purim as told in the Book of Esther, and how its message may have motivated President Abraham Lincoln.

Lent and Life March 24, 2024

Holy Week leads the faithful to Easter Sunday: Here are the special days observed and what they mean

Holy Week leading up to Easter is regarded as the most spiritually significant week of the year in Christianity, containing many traditions and rituals. Here's what to know.

Christianity March 24, 2024

Easter bunny teaches kids 'true meaning' of Easter in new book with faith focus

"The Story of the First Easter Bunny," a new book by New Jersey author Anthony DeStefano, works to claim the Easter Bunny as a Christian symbol and teach kids the real meaning of Easter.

Lent and Life March 23, 2024

Jesus' farewell discourse is a reminder that Christians are never alone, says California professor

Dr. Jeannine Hanger of Biola University in California shared insight on Jesus' "farewell discourse" shortly before His crucifixion — and what this means for Christians today.