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Florida Priest Removed for Alleged 'Sexual Misconduct' as Diocese Bans Clergy Online Dating Apps

Rev. Alex J. Vargas of St. Thomas More Catholic Church was removed after allegations of misconduct. The Diocese of Palm Beach has introduced new safeguarding measures in response.

International Business Times UK

Young Orthodox Christians take part in a lights procession in Romania’s capital

Thousands of young Orthodox Christians have taken part in a candlelit procession in Romania's capital, part of the International Meeting of Orthodox Youth

The Independent UK

Quote of the day by Galileo Galilei: “In the future, there will be opened a gateway...” - The fascinating prediction from a scientist who changed how we see the universe

Galileo Galilei envisioned a future where science would thrive beyond his remarkable contributions, foreshadowing an unending quest for knowledge. His foresight paved the way for modern discoveries that echo his dreams of progress. As a crucial figure in the realms of astronomy and physics, he battled against church dogma. Today,…

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Religion, power and politics: what’s behind the violent attacks on Ethiopia’s Orthodox Tewahedo Church

The Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church has been one of Ethiopia’s most influential institutions for more than 1,600 years. Church and state were closely intertwined from the official adoption of Christianity in the 4th century until the overthrow of the imperial regime in 1974.

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Leah Remini joins Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

Leah Remini has confirmed she is joining the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

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One Nation’s Malcolm Roberts ‘in two minds’ about whether gay people should be equal

Footage shows senator on stage at the Church and State conference responding to question about party’s director James Ashby

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ICE violated court orders by going undercover in Minneapolis church and spying on worshippers, judge says

Homeland Security could be held in contempt for spying on churchgoers in recently revealed ‘Operation Puppet Master’ scheme

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Exorcist Files vs. Jesus 911 Libel Suit Can Go Forward

From Martins v. Romero, decided today by Judge Kay Behm (E.D. Mich.) (for more on the Complaint, see this post):… The post Exorcist Files vs. Jesus 911 Libel Suit Can Go Forward appeared first on Reason.com.

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Leader of group in Orkney where three monks escaped excommunicated by Catholic Church

THE leader of a religious group based in Orkney, where three followers made a late-night secret escape from a monastery on the island following the…

The National (Scotland)

Former Australian Bishop Convicted of Sexually Abusing 2 Indigenous Men on 13 Charges

Former bishop Christopher Saunders was convicted on 13 sexual abuse charges involving two Indigenous men, exposing disturbing parties, Church-funded alcohol, and a wider Vatican probe.

International Business Times UK

Pope Leo XIV to meet survivors of clerical abuse during September visit to France

Pope Leo XIV will meet privately with survivors of clerical sexual abuse during a four-day visit to France next month. On Friday, the Vatican published the itinerary for the 25–28 September trip – the first papal state visit to the country since Benedict XVI visited in 2008.

Radio France Internationale

Suspended priest on tiny Caribbean island turns to music to make his voice heard

A suspended Catholic priest has turned to calypso music to sing about abuse in the church and Gaza

The Independent UK

Pope Leo to meet clergy abuse victims during upcoming France visit

Pope Leo XIV will meet with victims of sexual abuse within the Catholic Church during his planned trip to France from September 25 to 28, the Vatican said Friday. The Holy See did not immediately provide details about the meeting, which comes after the pontiff vowed to further efforts within…

France 24

'It Seems Fishy': Self-Proclaimed Apostle Accused of Staging 'Demonic' Exorcisms With LA Actors

Kathryn Krick's viral deliverance services at a Houston bookstore have sparked debate over the authenticity of her ministry, with critics questioning her methods and supporters praising her spiritual impact.

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Monks leader in Orkney declared 'excommunicated' amid bishop consecration crisis

AN order of Catholic monks based in Orkney is being punished by the Catholic church after consecrating a bishop without approval from the Pope

International Business Times UK

How Did Brian Doerksen Die? Christian Worship Singer Passes Away Four Days After Cancer News

Canadian worship songwriter Brian Doerksen has died at 60 in Abbotsford, four days after revealing he had stage 4 cancer.

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“Frets are necessary, like a baby walker that a small child uses to learn to walk. But after a certain point they can become restrictive”:How a Greek orthodox priest went viral by turning church hymns into fretless eight-string metal ragers

Armed with a Harley Benton eight-string, genre-stretching Fr Dionysios Tabakis sent the music world into an unlikely frenzy with debut album Paradise Metal

Radio France Internationale

The Grand Mosque of Paris, 'part of the French Republic' for 100 years

Inaugurated 100 years ago this week, the Grand Mosque of Paris is France's longest-serving Islamic place of worship and a landmark for Muslims and non-Muslims alike. From its origins as a tribute to Muslim soldiers who fought in the French army to its present as a centre of moderate Islam,…

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Traditionalist Catholics face a difficult choice after Vatican cuts off breakaway group

Churches affiliated with the Society of St. Pius X continue to offer the Latin Mass

The Guardian - UK

Church of England votes against plan to rewild 30% of its land by 2030

Campaigners criticise C of E for failing to show moral leadership as one of country’s biggest landowners

The Guardian - UK

C of E’s £100m plan to address historical links to slavery faces legal challenge

General Synod hears that Project Spire has not been abandoned but staff have received ‘vile abuse’ from critics

International Business Times UK

Will a Robot Give Your Next Sermon? Church of England To Issue New Rigorous Guidance on AI Tech

The Church of England is drafting guidelines for vicars on using AI, acknowledging its growing role in sermon writing and addressing ethical concerns raised by religious leaders.

The Independent UK

Church of England forced to defend World Cup ‘hand of God’ prayer

The prayer was widely mocked online

The Conversation

Why Pope Leo’s visit to Lampedusa matters for migrants, the church and global politics

As the US celebrated its 250th anniversary, Pope Leo XIV decided instead to visit the Sicilian island of Lampedusa.

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Woman allegedly grabbed her own meal from behind a Church’s Chicken counter, but her exit didn’t go as planned

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