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Pope Leo XIV holds a holy Mass at Malabo Stadium, in Malabo

World Apr 25

Analysis: 'Just war' has guided Catholic thinking on conflict for centuries – including criticism of Iran war

By Valerie Morkevicius, The Conversation

Politics Apr 21

U.S. President Trump delivers remarks to the White House Religious Liberty Commission, in Washington, D.C.
Trump participates in marathon Bible-reading event with other top Republicans

The Bible event comes just a week after Trump drew rare criticism from his evangelical supporters for circulating a social media meme in which a white-robed Trump appeared as a Jesus-like healer surrounded by patriotic symbols.

By Peter Smith, Associated Press

World Apr 10

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How Palestinian Christians marked Easter against the backdrop of war

Holy sites in Jerusalem are open again after being largely closed for 40 days during the war in Iran. Producer Karl Bostic and Nick Schifrin visit Palestinian Christians who weren’t able to access their holiest sites during their holiest days.

By Nick Schifrin, Zeba Warsi, Layla Quran

World Apr 05

Easter celebrations amid escalating hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah
Lebanese Christians displaced by war mark Easter far from their homes and churches

Christians are estimated to make up around a third of Lebanon's population of roughly 5.5 million people.

By Kareem Chehayeb, Isabel DeBre, Associated Press

World Apr 01

Good Friday celebrations in Caracas
What is Good Friday? Here's what to know

Good Friday is a unique — and uniquely solemn — day in the Christian calendar.

By Giovanna Dell'Orto, Associated Press

Mar 29

Israeli police prevent Catholic leaders from celebrating Palm Sunday Mass at church in Jerusalem

By Melanie Lidman, Nicole Winfield, Associated Press

Jerusalem's major holy sites, including the church, are closed because of the ongoing Iran war, as the city has come under frequent fire from Iranian missiles.

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Mar 20

Pete Hegseth's Christian rhetoric reignites scrutiny after the U.S. goes to war with Iran

By Tiffany Stanley, Associated Press

Hegseth has pushed policy changes that reflect his Christian views, including a revamp of the military chaplain corps.

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Feb 16

Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent, a period of fasting and reflection

By Peter Smith, Associated Press

This is the week of Ash Wednesday, a solemn day of fasting and reflection that signals the start of Lent, the most penitential season of the church calendar for Catholics and many other Christians.

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Dec 21

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A look at Christmas festivities and traditions around the world

By John Yang, Lorna Baldwin

From twinkling Christmas markets across Europe to vibrant displays of poinsettia in Mexico City, the Christmas spirit takes many forms. John Yang takes a look at how Christians around the world are celebrating the season.

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Nov 28

Pope joins Eastern and Western patriarchs at historic Christian site in Turkey to pray for unity

By Nicole Winfield, Associated Press

The prayer marked the highlight of Pope Leo XIV's visit to Turkey and the main reason for his trip, the first of his pontificate.

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