Display your Hanukkah menorah!
By Jeffrey Salkin
(RNS) — More than ever before. It’s that important.
When can the pope fire a bishop?
By Thomas Reese
(RNS) — It depends on whether the bishop is serving a diocese or filling another role.
On urgent issues, US Catholic bishops should follow the pope’s lead
By Mark Silk
(RNS) — Catching up with Francis on climate as well as democracy.
How sacred images in Asian cultures incorporate divine presence and make them come ‘alive’
By Michael Naparstek
(The Conversation) — Through the power of rituals, inanimate objects can be understood to transform into agents who can respond to the concerns of those who worship them.
When is St. Nicholas Day? And how did this Christian saint inspire the Santa Claus legend?
By Luis Andres Henao
NEW YORK (AP) — The legends surrounding jolly old St. Nicholas — celebrated annually on Dec. 6 — go way beyond delivering candy and toys to children.
A new Homeland Security guide aims to help houses of worship protect themselves
By Rebecca Santana
WASHINGTON (AP) — The guidance comes at a time of deep unease in many communities of faith across America.
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