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Church of England refuses call for gluten-free wafers and non-alcoholic wine

Synod was asked to bring in alternatives for Eucharist, but says believers can still take part without consuming both

The Guardian - UK

“That TV celebrity that I became, I didn’t like it. My heart is in music. I hated every second of it”: How Ozzy Osbourne rediscovered himself with the Scream album

In 2010, Ozzy Osbourne released his eleventh solo album Scream – and he had reality TV, reunions and “Jesus Freaks” on his mind

Metal Hammer

In asking Trump to show mercy, Bishop Budde continues a long tradition of Christian leaders ‘speaking truth to power’

Episcopal Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde’s sermon on Jan. 21, 2025, in which she appealed to President Donald Trump to have mercy toward groups frightened by his position on immigrants and LGBTQ+ people – especially children – drew reactions from both sides of the aisle.

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We wanted it darker, apparently

Donald Trump's first presidency was a test. Well, we failed

Salon

Flying cross signals good fortune for Greeks

Orthodox Greek faithful have competed to retrieve a holy cross and reap a year of good fortune at Blessing of the Waters ceremonies across Australia.

AAP

Philippine Catholic Devotees Mass In Manila Hoping For A Miracle

Hundreds of thousands of Catholic pilgrims swarmed the streets of Manila in search of a miracle Thursday, straining to reach a centuries-old statue of Jesus Christ in an annual display of religious fervour.

International Business Times

Crowds Throng As Jesus Statue Parades Through Philippine Capital

Scores of thousands of Catholic pilgrims swarmed the streets of Manila in search of a miracle Thursday, straining to reach a centuries-old statue of Jesus Christ in an annual display of religious fervour.

International Business Times

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Psychological thriller Conclave looks at the election of the pope. What’s the real story?

The new film Conclave is a psychological thriller looking at the selection of the new pope. But what is a conclave, and where did this ritual begin?

The Conversation

Women Caught Men Thinking And Asked What’s On Their Mind, These 54 Answers Didn’t Disappoint

The chances are he's thinking about nothing. Or nothing important. People have been sharing their own hilarious replies to the question "what are you thinking?" From the bizarre, to the confusing, to the downright annoying... The post Women Caught Men Thinking And Asked What’s On Their Mind, These 54 Answers…

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‘In 10 years we may cease to exist’: rising seas and influx of tourists threaten to engulf Panama island

The island community has fought for its survival for hundreds of years. But modern threats are testing its cultural resilience

The Guardian - UK

How the left lost people like me

I didn't vote for Trump — but I get why so many working people did. Liberals have ignored and insulted them

Salon

Who is Ainsley Earhardt, the Fox News host tying the knot with Sean Hannity?

Hannity and Earhardt are the latest Fox News couple to take their relationship to the next level

The Independent UK

What is the Native American Church and why is peyote sacred to members?

The Native American Church is the most widespread religious movement among the Indigenous people of North America

The Independent UK

5 facts about Christmas that every child should know

Christmas is a wonderful season, filled with happiness, laughter, and the cosiness of loved ones. Learning the stories, customs, and meaning of this beautiful holiday is just as important as decorating the Christmas tree and opening presents. Here are 5 interesting Christmas facts that every child should know and remember!

The Times of India

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Church of Scotland issues statement on Gaza as Christmas cancelled in Bethlehem

THE Church of Scotland has issued a statement as the town of Bethlehem has cancelled Christmas celebrations for a second year amid Israel’s war on…

Al Jazeera

Bethlehem marks melancholic Christmas for second year in shadow of Gaza war

The excitement and cheer that typically descends on town in the occupied West Bank on Christmas are nowhere to be found.

Salon

The real war on Christmas 400 years ago

With the Protestant Reformation came a broad critique of Christmas celebrations as an idolatrous practice

Dynamite News

Nation permeates with Christmas spirit; How is Delhi celebrating? Watch the video

In the weeks leading up to Christmas, many homes are adorned with Christmas trees and various ornaments. Must follow the story on Dynamite News:

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UP: Large number of people throng markets for Christmas shopping

Christmas is an annual festival celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, is observed by billions of people worldwide on December 25 as both a religious and cultural event. Read further on Dynamite News:

LiveScience

What do you know about Jesus Christ, the man? Test your knowledge of biblical archaeology

How much do you know about the archaeology of early Christianity? Take our quiz to find out.

The Independent UK

Forget elf on the shelf: how we fell for gnomes in our homes

LET’S UNPACK THAT: When did the gnome become the unofficial symbol of the festive season? Katie Rosseinsky explores how these bearded, pointy-hatted characters infiltrated our homes

Salon

The real medieval 12 Days of Christmas

After a long fast, Medieval Christendom typically celebrated the holiday with many days of raucous festivities

The Times of India

Merry Christmas 2024: Wishes, Messages, Quotes, Images, Facebook & WhatsApp status

Christmas, celebrated on December 25th, commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, a central figure in Christianity. Its origins trace back to the 4th century, when the Church officially designated the date as Jesus’ birthday to coincide with existing pagan festivals like Saturnalia and the winter solstice, which celebrated the return…

The Independent UK

Bethlehem plans another somber Christmas under the shadow of war in Gaza

The city of Bethlehem in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, the traditional birthplace of Jesus, will not have the usual trappings of the city's favorite holiday: no public Christmas tree, no raucous scouts march, no decorations and no twinkling lights, in deference to the ongoing war in Gaza

The Guardian - UK

There’s nothing meek or mild about childbirth: why have male artists sanitised the Virgin Mary?

She may be the most painted woman in history, almost always portrayed as subservient, pure, chaste – and never actually giving birth. Thank goodness female artists like Paula Rego and Esther Strauss provided a reality check

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