Pope Francis paves way for canonization of Carlo Acutis, first millennial saint

Pope Francis issued a decree on Thursday announcing the recognition of a miracle attributed to Bl. Carlo Acutis — clearing the way for the Italian teenager's canonization in the near future. 

Georgia Tech grad, NFL player Harrison Butker goes viral for graduation speech

Former Georgia Tech star Harrison Butker's graduation speech draws attention for now viral comments about women, the LGBTQ community, and abortion.

Catholic school can legally fire gay teacher, court finds

On May 8, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a North Carolina Catholic high school could legally fire gay teacher Lonnie Billard, citing the "ministerial exception" to uphold its religious doctrines.

Atlanta faith coalition to seeks to curb gun violence

A coalition of churches and activists have a new plan they say will dramatically reduce gun violence in the metro Atlanta area. 

Center for Islamic Life at Rutgers vandalized during Eid

Officials launched an investigation after the Center for Islamic Life at Rutgers University's New Brunswick campus was vandalized during Eid, according to officials.

Easter hope amid Gaza conflict: Palestinian Christians pray for peace

Easter is a time of celebration for those of the Christian faith, but for local Palestinian Christians they have to balance the hope of Easter Sunday with the pain and fear they feel for their loved ones in Gaza. 

This Filipino villager was nailed to a cross for the 35th time on Good Friday

Ruben Enaje and other villagers participated in real-life crucifixions, which have become an annual tradition in his village in the Philippines.

Here's what's open and closed on Good Friday 2024

Good Friday, a Christian holiday observed on the Friday before Easter, is a day to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus. Here’s what’s likely to be open and closed.

Jewish students from Georgia universities unite to confront rising antisemitism

Jewish students at some of Georgia's largest universities came together Thursday night to denounce what they say is growing antisemitism on their campuses. 

Trump is selling Bibles for $59.99 ahead of Easter

Former President Donald Trump is hawking Bibles as he runs to return to the White House.

Is online sports betting on the horizon in Georgia?

Some state lawmakers are making a final push to pass a bill to put the issue on the ballot in November.