Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde confronts Trump in sermon At a sermon preached to President Trump at Washington National Cathedral, Bishop Mariann Budde asked him to "have mercy" on people who are "scared," including LGBTQ+ children. Sarah Ventre
Some religious leaders liken Trump to biblical figures. The comparison concerns others Some religious leaders liken Donald Trump to the ancient Persian King Cyrus and the Ancient Israelite King Jehu. But those who teach biblical studies worry about such comparisons. Jason DeRose
Why some doctors have started asking patients about their spiritual lives Indiana University's hospital system is pairing patients with local faith groups to ease feelings of loneliness and isolation. The unique new program comes as more doctors are seeing a need to care for patients' spiritual as well as physical health. Ben Thorp
Five things we learn about Pope Francis from his new memoir In Pope Francis' autobiography Hope he reiterates themes of his papacy like hatred of war and unchecked capitalism, and a desire for the Catholic Church to be seen as a field hospital, not a fortress. Daniel Burke
Southern California wildfires destroy or damage many houses of worship Faith communities in Los Angeles are trying to protect their homes and houses of worship from deadly wildfires. They are also trying to provide spiritual support for their traumatized congregations. Sarah Ventre
Biden awards Pope Francis the Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction The White House commended Pope Francis for his commitment to serving the poor, as well as advocating for peace and protecting the planet. Juliana Kim
Orthodox Christmas takes on special meaning in Lebanon ths year Many Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas in January, not December. In Lebanon, Christians say the holiday is extra poignant for them this year. Emily Feng
Millions of pilgrims are expected in Rome for the Catholic Church's Jubilee year Pope Francis has declared 2025 to be a Jubilee year for the Catholic Church. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Claire Giangravé from the Religion News Service about the tradition. Claire Giangrave
Muslims navigate the tension between psychedelics for mental health and Koran teachings The Koran forbids intoxicants. But as psychedelics show promise in treating mental health, some Muslims are trying to figure out if there can be a place for psychedelics within Islamic life. Deena Prichep
'8 Nights of Shred': A Colorado artist infuses Hanukkah with mountain culture In Steamboat Springs, Colo., a local artist made a menorah for Hanukkah from recycled snowboards. It's not the first time he has been inspired to infuse the holiday with a little mountain culture. Rae Solomon
