Catholic Bishop Christopher Saunders, 76, found guilty of 13 counts of sexually abusing young Aboriginal men in WA's remote north over 40 years. Colleagues express relief; Church faces criticism for inaction, including not defrocking Saunders.
Nuns from the Russian Ecclesiastical Mission in Jerusalem report facing stone-throwing and verbal abuse, as new data shows anti-Christian incidents in Israel have nearly doubled over three months amid growing societal tensions.
Pope Leo XIV formally broke ties with the traditionalist Society of St. Pius X, which rejected Vatican II reforms. Meanwhile, the Church of Saint Agnes in St. Paul, Minnesota, exemplifies peaceful coexistence between traditional Latin Masses and modern services, offering a model for church unity amid theological divides.
The Vatican declared the traditionalist Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) in schism and excommunicated its members after the group ordained four bishops without Pope Leo's approval. This follows a history of tension over SSPX's rejection of Vatican II reforms.
The Vatican declared the traditionalist Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) in schism and excommunicated its bishops and priests for consecrating new bishops without papal consent. The Vatican warned faithful adhering to the SSPX also face excommunication and invalidated sacraments administered by SSPX priests.
Over 100 Catholic clergy and parishioners held a border-crossing procession from Nogales, Arizona, to Sonora, Mexico, advocating for dignified treatment of migrants by the US government, coinciding with America's 250th anniversary commemorations.
The Society of St Pius X (SSPX), a far-right Catholic sect, plans to ordain its own bishops on July 1st, risking excommunication and schism with the Vatican. Pope Leo has appealed against the move, which stems from fundamental disagreements over Vatican II reforms.
Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj declared Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann 'anti-Panth' and 'anti-Guru' following a review of an alleged viral video showing alcohol sprinkling on Sikh guru images. Sikh high priests advised the Khalsa community against associating with Mann and summoned AAP Sikh MLAs who supported a sacrilege-related law.
First Lady Kim Hye-kyung visited the Catholic University of Korea in Rome to encourage priests preparing for the 2027 Seoul World Youth Day. She pledged to convey their requests for government support, emphasizing the event's significance for global youth.
Bengal's BJP government has decided to discontinue financial assistance to imams, muezzins, and purohits, with CM Suvendu Adhikari stating it's not the government's job to provide religious doles. The decision, taken in a cabinet meeting, will be effective from next month.
A flex at Kankalitala temple in Bolpur declared only Hindus allowed for puja, installed by 'Sanatan Paksha'. Temple priests stated no one is prohibited from entering, but Hindus typically offer prayers. This exclusionary message contrasts with Bengal's inclusive temple traditions, as seen at Tarapith temple where no restrictions exist. Local BJP leadership denied involvement and opposed new regulations.
