World Apr 10 How Palestinian Christians marked Easter against the backdrop of war By Nick Schifrin, Zeba Warsi, Layla Quran
World Apr 05 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 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
World Mar 29 Israeli police prevent Catholic leaders from celebrating Palm Sunday Mass at church in Jerusalem 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. By Melanie Lidman, Nicole Winfield, Associated Press
Politics Mar 20 Pete Hegseth's Christian rhetoric reignites scrutiny after the U.S. goes to war with Iran Hegseth has pushed policy changes that reflect his Christian views, including a revamp of the military chaplain corps. By Tiffany Stanley, Associated Press
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. Continue reading
Dec 21 Watch 3:22 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. Continue watching
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. Continue reading
Nov 27 Nigeria's president declares emergency and beefs up forces following abductions By Grace Ekpu, Associated Press Tinubu announced plans to recruit 20,000 additional police officers, bringing the total to 50,000. Continue reading
Aug 21 Is empathy a sin? Some conservative Christians argue it can be By Tiffany Stanley, Associated Press Those Christians claim empathy can manipulate people into accepting what they see as sins, like abortion access and LGBTQ+ rights. Continue reading