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Two people killed in strike on Gazan church compound, several wounded, Latin patriarchate says

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND REUTERS — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 12:00:10 GMT

Pope Leo expressed his sadness over the deaths of the two people following the strike, and reiterated his hope for dialogue and a ceasefire.

Clerics accuse West Bank Jews of attacking Christian sites

BY REUTERS — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 20:04:28 GMT

Fears over violence were pushing Christians to leave the West Bank, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Roman Catholic Patriarch of Jerusalem since 2020, said.

Last Christian West Bank town calls on global community to assist against settler violence

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 22:44:58 GMT

According to the town's priests, Taybeh has faced "serious series of systematic attacks" by Jewish settlers against the town’s land and holy sites.

Praying the world halts climate change? There's now a Catholic Mass for that

BY REUTERS — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 13:36:24 GMT

For centuries, Catholic priests have been able to celebrate special Masses to pray for their country, give thanks after a harvest or ask God to end a natural disaster.

Dallas Jenkins films unprecedented crucifixion scene for 'The Chosen' season 6 in Italy

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 12:50:00 GMT

He described filming the crucifixion as 'the most difficult, physically and logistically, that we have done.'

Claims to be Christ reincarnated: Russian 'Siberian Jesus' jailed

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 19:50:00 GMT

Investigative Committee stated that Sergei Torop and his aides caused serious mental and physical harm to followers, including 'moral harm' to 16 people.

Protesters break into Greek Orthodox Church in Nazareth, remove outer gate - report

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:34:08 GMT

The "Soldiers of God" broke into the church to protest the Islamic State terror attack at Mar Elias Church in Damascus, the group reportedly claimed.

Christian group plans world's largest Jesus statue in Spain, based on Shroud of Turin features

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 18:30:00 GMT

'Given the housing prices in Boadilla, it makes no sense to allocate available land for this,' says politician del Mónaco.

Mel Gibson: 'Never felt such a strong connection to God' at Mount Athos monastery retreat

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 17:20:00 GMT

It is speculated that Gibson's visit to the Hilandar monastery is connected to the continuation of 'The Passion of the Christ,'

‘Israel fights for us all’: Evangelical pastor calls IDF the shield of Western civilization

BY ALAN ROSENBAUM — Fri, 27 Jun 2025 15:57:28 GMT

Earlier this month, Stearns had traveled to Israel with 46 pastors from the United States, whose return flight departed before Israel’s preemptive attack on Iran.

Who Stands with Israel? Evangelicals Fill the Vatican’s Moral Void

BY GHILA AMATI — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:14:42 GMT

Many had great hopes as Pope Leo XIV seemed ready to renew Catholicism's commitment to interreligious solidarity, but when missiles began raining down on Tel Aviv, those hopes were quickly tested.

DNA test links blood on 'weeping' Madonna to mystic who claims to multiply gnocchi, pizza

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Vatican declares alleged Trevignano apparitions non-supernatural.

Visitors hiked a tortuous cliff-top trail to a 11th-century monastery -- to barbecue, vandalize

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 13:15:00 GMT

Visitors used stones from the historic building to make a barbecue.

Israeli Christian leaders condemn church suicide bombing, urge Syria to act against terror

BY YOAV ETIEL — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 01:20:51 GMT

Christian leaders in Israel called for peace after a suicide bomber detonated himself inside a Greek Orthodox Church in Damascus, killing 20 people.

Pope Leo warns politicians of the challenges posed by AI

BY REUTERS — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 13:23:12 GMT

The US-born pontiff said attention was needed to protect "healthy, fair and sound lifestyles, especially for the good of younger generations."

Pope Leo appeals for 'reason' amid Israel-Iran airstrikes, calls for dialogue

BY REUTERS AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sat, 14 Jun 2025 14:19:16 GMT

Over 150 Israelis were wounded overall in the Iranian missile barrages, according to official statements from numerous Israeli hospitals.

Pope Leo XIV appoints first Chinese bishop since his election, signaling support for China pact

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:40:00 GMT

The Vatican says the 2018 agreement, renewed until October 2028, is the best deal it could secure despite its undisclosed terms.

‘The heart of Orthodox monasticism’: Historic monasteries on Mount Athos damaged by earthquakes

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:25:00 GMT

Damage reported at Xenophontos, Dochiariou, and Simonopetra monasteries; centuries-old frescoes affected.

Muslim communities in Norway grow most as Church of Norway sees declining membership

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 11:35:00 GMT

Church of Norway membership has decreased from 85 percent to 62 percent between 1994 and 2024.

Pro-Israel Christian student org. donates $100,000 to honor Majdal Shams victims

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 07:27:51 GMT

The funds were drawn from Passages' Israel War Relief Fund, launched by Passages Alumni following the October 7 massacre.

From 99.7% to 56.7%: The dramatic decline of catholicism in Brazil

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 18:25:00 GMT

Despite the slowdown, Catholics continue to lose followers, with Catholicism falling to 56.7% of the population.

Christianity's global share declines while Islam grows fastest, Pew Research Center finds

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 17:30:00 GMT

The increase in the number of people with no religious affiliation is significantly influenced by the departure from Christian churches.

Report: Jesus statue covered during Eid festival in Italy, drawing backlash

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:35:00 GMT

In Monfalcone, Italy, tensions rose following an incident at the Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Marcelliana.

Report: Woman claims she journeyed through hell and met God during coma

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sat, 07 Jun 2025 08:40:00 GMT

In 1999, Kathy McDaniel, then 53, fell ill with a severe strain of influenza after caring for a friend in Seattle.

Thousands wager on Jesus Christ's return by end of 2025 on Polymarket

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 23:40:00 GMT

About 3% of participants believe the Second Coming will occur, yet over $140,000 has been bet.

Egypt, Greece agree to protect status of Mount Sinai monastery, after court ruling

BY REUTERS — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 14:09:47 GMT

St Catherine's is a sprawling complex, and according to tradition, it was built around a burning bush where God was said to have spoken to Moses as described in the Book of Exodus.

Pope Leo, in first month, makes a break in style from Francis - analysis

BY REUTERS — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 11:22:08 GMT

"Leo is taking his time," Rev. Mark Francis, told Reuters. "While he is going to continue in the path indicated by Pope Francis, his disposition is very different."

Egypt and Greece clash over St. Catherine's – home to Moses's Well, world's oldest library

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 09:33:02 GMT

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi assured Greece that the monastery's sanctity will be preserved.

19-year-old TikTok star Anna Grace Phelan dies after battle with glioblastoma

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 27 May 2025 19:40:00 GMT

Phelan's family expressed gratitude for the countless prayers offered for her healing and peace during her battle with cancer.

19-year-old TikTok star Anna Grace Phelan dies after battle with glioblastoma

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 27 May 2025 19:05:00 GMT

Phelan's family expressed gratitude for the countless prayers offered for her healing and peace during her battle with cancer.