Jason DeRose
Stories
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People say they're leaving religion due to anti-LGBTQ teachings and sexual abuse
People in the U.S. are switching religions and leaving religion altogether in large numbers. A new survey from the Public Religion Research Institute shows a high level of "religious churning."
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Despite church prohibitions, Catholics still choose IVF to have children
Religions hold a variety of views toward IVF. Catholicism has one of the strongest negative judgments against the practice. Yet many in the church still use the procedure in order to have children.
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Muslims prepare for a more somber Ramadan due to the Israel-Hamas war
As the holy month of Ramadan begins, Muslims are preparing for a less joyful observance this year. Fasting and charity take on a different meaning when many in Gaza are suffering.
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Holocaust Remembrance Day rings different after the Oct. 7 Hamas attack
Holocaust Remembrance Day comes annually, but this year it hits differently because of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel. More Jews were killed that day than on any single day since the Holocaust.
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Religious 'Nones' are now the largest single group in the U.S.
28% of Americans are now religiously unaffiliated. A new study from Pew Research looks at how atheists, agnostics and those whose religion is "nothing in particular" view God, religion and morality.
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Israeli leaders warn that there could be a war to its north in Lebanon
Israeli leaders are beginning to talk about the possibility of opening a new front in the north in Lebanon — while the Israeli offensive in Gaza sees a rising death toll.
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U.S. defense secretary arrives in Israel as pressure mounts to end the war in Gaza
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is in Tel Aviv meeting with top officials to discuss Israel's combat operations in Gaza, including efforts to protect civilians there.
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Hanukkah celebrations inspire Jewish joy despite war and increasing antisemitism
The war between Israel and Hamas, as well as a rise in antisemitism, has many Jews unsure how to celebrate Hanukkah this year. Some say they're focusing on hope and hospitality in dark times.
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7 in 10 U.S. adults consider themselves spiritual
Although Americans have grown less likely to identify with an organized religion in recent decades, Pew Research has found many say they are spiritual in some way.
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Vatican removes conservative Texas bishop who was critical of Pope Francis
Joseph Strickland of Tyler, Texas, who has been openly opposed to Pope Francis' reforms, was asked to resign, which he refused to do. Francis later made the decision to remove the bishop.