USA: VT Christian school, families appeal to 2nd Circuit challenging discriminatory expulsion from state athletics

Sep 05, 2024 18:01

ZENIT Staff

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Although participation in these classes remains voluntary, a substantial proportion of Polish students continue to enroll

Burke was arrested on September 2 after appearing in the School

The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned Ben-Gvir's comments as an "explicit call to demolish the Al-Aqsa Mosque."

Africa has had to contend with many viruses. It seems that the virus threatening religious liberty is spreading quicker than expected.

Ecumenism•Justice and Peace•Pope Francis•Religious Freedom

Pope “Defends” Russian Orthodox Against the Feelings of Ukrainian Catholics

The Ukrainian Parliament’s resolution has been contested publicly by Pope Francis during an address in Saint Peter’s Square on Sunday, August 25.

Aug 25, 2024 06:43

Valentina di Giorgio

Justice and Peace•Local Church•Religious Freedom

Ukrainian Parliament Declares Illegal Orthodox Church in Communion with Moscow

The new legislation, which was strongly supported by the Supreme Rada with 265 votes in favour and just 29 against, gives the Ukrainian Government the legal faculties to investigate and prohibit the activities of religious groups that have too close ties with Russia or that support the military aggression against Ukraine.

Aug 21, 2024 07:52

Joachin Meisner Hertz

Holy Land•Pope Francis•Religious Freedom

Pope’s visit awakens fervor: Rosaries of 4,000 people in Papua New Guinea

In preparation for the papal visit, up to 4,000 people have taken part in nightly Rosary prayers and other spiritual activities organised on a football pitch in the city.

Aug 20, 2024 17:57

John Newton

Religious Freedom•Testimonies•Virgin Mary

Famous Japanese Visionary of the Virgin Mary, Our Lady of Akita, Died

Born in 1930 in a Buddhist family, Sister Agnes’ life changed radically when a Christian nurse offered her water of Lourdes, which led to her conversion to Christianity. Baptized as Agnes, her name would soon become known throughout the Catholic world due to the visions and messages that, according to her, she received of the Virgin Mary, who is known under the advocation of Our Lady of Akita.

Aug 20, 2024 07:52

ZENIT Staff

Justice and Peace•Local Church•Religious Freedom

Catholic Church Sues American Government: Goes to Court for Restrictions on Visas to Priests

In April 2023, a change was implemented to the Law of Immigration and Nationality, which has generated chaos in visa processing regulations for religious workers.

Aug 17, 2024 15:36

Tim Daniels

“I’ve never seen anything like it”: Leon XIV recounts his trip to Africa and the impact his encounter with prisoners in Guinea had on him

General Audience with the Pope, April 29, 2026, on the Apostolic Journey to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea

Some Characteristics of the Papal Diplomatic Priest: The Tasks Assigned by Leo XIV to Those Preparing to Become His Ambassadors

Address by the Holy Father to the community of the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy on the occasion of its 325th anniversary

USA: VT Christian school, families appeal to 2nd Circuit challenging discriminatory expulsion from state athletics

Polish Constitutional Tribunal temporarily halts reform of religion classes in schools

USA: Oregon ministry asks 9th Circuit to end discriminatory state funding rules

Court halts NY attorney general from violating pregnancy centers’ freedom of speech

Gay Inquisition: 400 Days in Prison (and Imprisoned Again) for Not Using Transgender Pronouns

Israeli government minister calls for construction of synagogue on Temple Mount (where Muslim mosque now stands)

Why Are Several African Countries Attacking Freedom of Religion?

Pope “Defends” Russian Orthodox Against the Feelings of Ukrainian Catholics

Ukrainian Parliament Declares Illegal Orthodox Church in Communion with Moscow

Pope’s visit awakens fervor: Rosaries of 4,000 people in Papua New Guinea

Famous Japanese Visionary of the Virgin Mary, Our Lady of Akita, Died

Catholic Church Sues American Government: Goes to Court for Restrictions on Visas to Priests