When Pope Leo XIV stepped onto the St. Peter’s Basilica balcony to introduce himself to the world, he gave a short speech — about 500 words. But in that speech, he used the word “peace” nine times.

WEST SPRINGFIELD — Dr. Khurram Owais, 37, starts his day by dropping his son off at a day care center and going off to work at Holyoke Medical Center. Recently, his days have also included fasting ...

In his letter, the Holy Father expressed his closeness with those “who dwell in the lands of which the Scriptures speak most often,” suffering as a result of the ongoing conflict spreading throughout ...

Christian leaders and rabbis are calling for Monday, Nov. 6, to be a "National Day of Prayer for Israel" as the country marks the 30th day after the Oct. 7 massacre. Rabbi Yehuda Glick, a former ...

Ash Wednesday always seems to show up unexpectedly. It’s on the calendar. We know when it is, but it still seems to come with an element of surprise. Perhaps it’s because of the various commitments ...

Fasting, prayer, and meditation are ancient practices that have been embraced by various cultures and religions around the world. Integrating these practices into a monthly routine can offer profound ...

EDITORIAL: Just as European Christians prayed the Rosary and fasted to be freed from the repressive Ottoman Empire, we need to employ the same strategy for peace in the Middle East and elsewhere.

Millions of Muslims in Ireland and worldwide observe Ramadan with fasting, prayer and charity - here's a complete guide to ...

As some Christians continue to fast and pray in the new year, the Anglican Bishop of Oyo, Rt. Rev. Williams Aladekugbe, has urged them to pray fervently and eschew unforgiveness. Aladekugbe told the ...

The phrase, meaning “Happy Ramadan,” is frequently used during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, a time when fasting, prayer and reflection are heavily prioritized. Ramadan, one of the most ...

CBCP - As the Lenten season begins, the CBCP is calling on the faithful to reflect on their online habits through digital media fasting.

Catholic bishops in the Philippines have urged the faithful to practice “digital media fasting” during Lent, reframing the ...