Mormon church shows support for same-sex marriage law, believes act is still unbiblical
The nearly 17-million-member, Utah-based faith said in a statement that church doctrine would continue to consider same-sex relationships to be against God's commandments.
Bible used in 'The Shawshank Redemption' sells for over $440,000
The Holy Bible used by Tim Robbins’ character Andy Dufresne recently sold to an undisclosed bidder.
Judge sides with California baker who refused to make wedding cake for same-sex couple
A California judge has ruled in favor of a bakery owner who refused to make wedding cakes for a same-sex couple because it violated her Christian beliefs.
Hobby Lobby CEO David Green gives away company: 'Wealth can be a curse'
Green said he strives to be a steward instead of an owner.
Antisemitic flyers found in Jewish neighborhoods in LA
Officials said the disbursement posed no "significant threat" and called the effort "very minimal."
Starbucks barista appears to pray with customer at drive-thru
Tanya Hinsley said she was next in line at the drive-thru when she caught the touching moment.
Measure A: Priest accused of endorsing removal of LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva
Caught on camera – parishioners at a Catholic church are being encouraged by their priest to make a pledge to vote “Yes” on a ballot measure that would kick Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva out of office.
Measure A: Priest accused of endorsing removal of LA County Sheriff
Parishioners at a Catholic church are encouraged by their priest to make a pledge by voting "Yes" on Measure A -- a ballot measure to allow Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to remove LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva from office.
Pope Francis implores Putin to 'stop this spiral of violence and death' in Ukraine
Pope Francis uttered his strongest plea yet about the seven-month-old war in Ukraine, which he denounced as an “error and a horror.”
Poll: 23% say they have prayed for the outcome of a professional sports event
About 3 in 10 U.S. adults say they believe prayer can play a role in determining who wins a sporting event, and a similar percentage say God plays a role in determining which team goes home the victor.
Advocates list 100s of allegedly abusive California priests
Advocates for victims of clergy sexual abuse delivered a list of more than 300 publicly accused abusers to the Roman Catholic archbishop of San Francisco on Thursday as they urged him to release his “secret” files on credibly accused priests.
Rosh Hashanah: Where to celebrate in LA County
Rosh Hashana begins at sundown Sunday. Several congregations across LA County are offering free services or streaming them online.
Queen Elizabeth II and the Church of England: The late monarch's faith beliefs
As Queen Elizabeth II is mourned, here are some details of the Church of England, of which she was a member. The history of this church is explained, as well as what it meant to the Queen.
Christianity quickly diminishing in US, on pace to become minority religion in decades: study
The new Pew Research Center report found a surge of adults leaving Christianity to become atheist, agnostic, or "nothing in particular."
Jehovah’s Witnesses resume door-to-door work after pandemic hiatus
“I've been looking forward to this day,” one Jehovah's Witness said. “When I rang the first doorbell this morning, a total calm came over me. I was back where I needed to be.”
Kansans gather in prayer after lightning strike burns town's historic church
"Prayer saved our church...and prayer is going to give us the strength and the graces that we need to build it back," St. Mary’s Catholic School Principal Josh Regan said in a message to parents following the devastating blaze.
7-year-old girl paralyzed in swimming accident: ‘We believe God’s healing her’
Sarah Faulkner found out she would never walk again, but she has forgiven the teenager who caused the accident.
Salman Rushdie's accused stabber enters not-guilty plea
Salman Rushdie remained hospitalized Saturday and is in jeopardy of losing one of his eyes after the stabbing attack.
Justice Department investigating Southern Baptists over clergy sex abuse
An independent investigation found disturbing details about how Southern Baptist leaders mishandled sex abuse claims and mistreated victims.
Pope Francis says he'll slow down, possibly retire after 6-day Canada trip
“I think at my age and with these limitations, I have to save (my energy) to be able to serve the church, or on the contrary, think about the possibility of stepping aside."