Religion

Christ the King to thank first responders to Sept. 11 attacks

Associated Press file photo First responders will be honored and thanked for their service on the 15th anniversary of the…

September 9, 2016

Religion

Mother Teresa: Saint despite spiritual ‘darkness’

to canonize famous nun Sunday

September 2, 2016

Religion

Pope calls for new work of mercy: Care for environment

Pope Francis attends a vesper prayer Thursday in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican. This year, the Sept. 1 day…

September 1, 2016

Religion

Religion shapes attitudes toward human enhancement technologies

Greater religious commitment equals great wariness of biomedical technologies

August 26, 2016

Religion

U.S. gets its first Hindu stamp

A new postage stamp recognizes the Hindu holiday of Diwali. The Postal Service will start issuing the stamp Oct. 5.Courtesy…

August 25, 2016

Religion

In some countries, deviating from religious norms can be deadly

Religious freedom report singles out specific countries

August 19, 2016

Religion

Under heavy security, Catholic pilgrims visit Lourdes shrine

French soldiers patrol in the site of the sanctuary in Lourdes, southwestern France on Sunday. Security measures for Lourdes’ biggest…

August 15, 2016

Religion

The many meanings of Rio’s massive Christ statue

The meaning of the 125-foot Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro varies to Brazilians. One of its creators…

August 14, 2016

Religion

New Mexico village to celebrate rebirth of church

All-volunteer crew revives ‘cornerstone of our community’

August 12, 2016

Religion

Professor tracks Bible verses in newspapers

Professor shows how Christianity used to support politicians, war, manifest destiny

August 5, 2016

Religion

During visit to Auschwitz, pope meets survivors, rescuers

largely silent visit, Francis meets survivors, rescuers

July 29, 2016

Religion

Pope celebrates Poland’s deep Catholic roots

The Argentine pontiff, who had never set foot in Eastern Europe before this week’s five-day pilgrimage to Poland, gazed in…

July 28, 2016

Religion

America’s evangelicals anxious as influence wanes

The Rev. Richie Clendenen tells the congregation at Christian Fellowship Church in Benton, Ky., “There’s nobody hated more in this…

July 22, 2016

Religion

Nun who defied Billy the Kid inspires TV show

Television series will be filmed in New Mexico

July 15, 2016

Religion

Noah’s ark of biblical proportions opens in Kentucky

Minister says project proves Bible’s truth; critics say it harms science education

July 8, 2016

Religion

Retired pope thanks Francis for focus on mercy

Benedict steals show at unprecedented ceremony in Vatican

July 1, 2016

Religion

Religion Briefs

The Rev. Debra (Debbie) Metzgar Shew has joined St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Durango and will begin leading worship services…

July 1, 2016

Religion

Unitarians helped start Thanksgiving, now they’re reconsidering

JERRY McBRIDE/Durango Herald file<br><br>Unitarian Universalists are considering a resolution to celebrate Thanksgiving in a way that is more respectful to…

June 24, 2016

Religion

‘Jesus’ wife’ papyrus likely fake, professor says

Harvard Divinity School professor Karen King says a piece of papyrus with the phrase “Jesus said to them, My wife,”…

June 24, 2016

Religion

Religion briefs

Christ the King Lutheran Church will host a youth-oriented outdoor service at 9 a.m. Sunday in Rotary Park, at 15th…

June 24, 2016

Local News

Sunrise celebrations planned for summer solstice in S.W. Colorado

events to recognize cultural importance of solstice

June 18, 2016

Religion

Southern Baptists to welcome refugees

annual meeting, a call to welcome, adopt those in need

June 17, 2016

Religion

Southern Baptists oppose display of Confederate flag

The Rev. Ronnie Floyd, president of the Southern Baptist Convention, has made racial unity a priority for the largest Protestant…

June 17, 2016

Religion

What is Ramadan and why do Muslims fast all day?

Why do Muslims fast? The fast is intended to bring the faithful closer to God and to remind them of…

June 10, 2016

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Religion Briefs

Four area churches will join forces this weekend for Live Out Loud, an opportunity to worship with hearts and hands.…

June 10, 2016

Religion

Tearful Catholic parishioners end 11-year vigil

was occupied around the clock in effort to remain open

June 3, 2016

Religion

Religion Briefs

The Marvel United Methodist Church and the Mountain View Community Church will sponsor “Deep Sea Discovery Vacation Bible School” from…

June 3, 2016

Regional News

Mormon Church hit with second lawsuit saying children abused

Two Navajo siblings sued The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Navajo Nation court earlier this year. A…

May 31, 2016

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Religion Briefs

Christ the King Lutheran Church will celebrate the season of Pentecost and the “birth of the Church.” The “birthday” party…

May 27, 2016

Religion

The good news: Attend church services, live longer

Frequent attendance tied to health benefits

May 27, 2016