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'A beacon of tolerance': Holy Fire ceremony marked in Jerusalem's Old City

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 00:49:48 GMT

Jerusalem's Municipality had worked with the Tourism and Interior Ministries to prepare for the event, with Mayor Moshe Lion extending his blessing to the Jerusalem Christian community.

Ilia II, Georgian Church leader who shaped national identity, dies at 93

BY REUTERS — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:39:21 GMT

Ilia II, the Catholicos-Patriarch of Georgia, died on Tuesday after being hospitalized, said senior cleric Metropolitan Shio.

Who Stands with Israel? Evangelicals Fill the Vatican’s Moral Void

BY GHILA AMATI — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:14:42 GMT

Many had great hopes as Pope Leo XIV seemed ready to renew Catholicism's commitment to interreligious solidarity, but when missiles began raining down on Tel Aviv, those hopes were quickly tested.

Report: Woman claims she journeyed through hell and met God during coma

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sat, 07 Jun 2025 08:40:00 GMT

In 1999, Kathy McDaniel, then 53, fell ill with a severe strain of influenza after caring for a friend in Seattle.

19-year-old TikTok star Anna Grace Phelan dies after battle with glioblastoma

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 27 May 2025 19:40:00 GMT

Phelan's family expressed gratitude for the countless prayers offered for her healing and peace during her battle with cancer.

‘Would love to be Pope’: Donald Trump's AI-generated image sparks controversy

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 06 May 2025 13:50:00 GMT

In a move that has sparked worldwide debate, Donald Trump shared an AI-generated image depicting himself as the pope as the Catholic Church.

Vatican in Turmoil: Cardinal Becciu steps back from papal election over London property deal

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Becciu asserts his decision is not an admission of responsibility.

Cardinals begin process to elect a new pope after pope francis's passing

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 27 Apr 2025 19:45:00 GMT

The task facing the cardinals today is to elect a new pope to succeed Francis, who died on April 21 at the age of 88.

Life of Jesus Korean animation film 'King of Kings' is a box office success

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 21:25:00 GMT

It is unusual for a religious-based animation made by non-Hollywood production companies to lead the North American market.

Vatican declares ‘Architect of God’ Antoni Gaudí venerable, advancing him towards sainthood

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:15:00 GMT

The acknowledgment of Gaudí's 'heroic virtues' comes before beatification, which requires a miracle attributed to him for sainthood.

Nigerian pastor draws ire: Claims Jesus hates poor people

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 11:49:10 GMT

"Jesus never visited any poor person in his house. He hates poverty; that's the meaning. He hates poor people."

Satanic cult leader arrested during Black Mass protests at Kansas State capitol

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 23:55:00 GMT

Stewart, along with two other members, Jocelyn Frazee and Sean Anderson, faced charges of unlawful assembly.

Leap of faith: Former Intel CEO to build AI 'faith assistant'

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sat, 29 Mar 2025 16:30:00 GMT

"Technology has the power to connect, uplift and transform lives—but only when built with purpose," said Pat Gelsinger.

Japanese court orders dissolution of 'Moonies’ church following Abe assassination investigation

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sat, 29 Mar 2025 10:10:00 GMT

Mel Gibson will begin filming 'The Resurrection of the Christ' in August 2025

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Gibson describes the project as a 'big undertaking' that will delve into supernatural elements and non-linear narrative.

Rare Chinese Bible donated to Oxfam shop sells for over £56,000 at auction

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 17:15:00 GMT

Initially valued at £600-£800, the rare Bible sold for £56,280, leaving Oxfam staff 'absolutely speechless.'

Santa Claus-related relics sold on eBay return to Italy

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 15:20:00 GMT

The objects were intercepted in February and June of 2020 after a Canadian purchased them through eBay.

‘A very sexy story’: Cambridge researcher investigates appeal of female saint

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sat, 22 Mar 2025 15:40:00 GMT

In 11th-century England, a saint with an extremely dissolute past became a cultural and religious symbol that broke boundaries.

After 300 Years, Maryland's 1667 brick chapel reopens to the public

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sat, 22 Mar 2025 08:10:00 GMT

On April 12, Maryland’s Historic St. Mary's City will open the doors of its reconstructed Brick Chapel.

'House of David' renewed for second season after 22 million viewers in first 17 days

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 19:45:00 GMT

Amazon Prime Video renewed House of David for season 2 after the first series gained high viewership, captivating global audiences and prompting the streaming giant to continue the biblical saga.

Old Deutsche Marks treasure found under the charred remains of a small church

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 12:45:00 GMT

The Ost-West-Friedenskirche, a small Munich church, was destroyed by a fire in June 2023.

Historic Election: Holy Synod names first Albanian archbishop in over 30 years

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:45:00 GMT

The enthronement ceremony will take place on March 29 at the Orthodox Cathedral in Tirana, gathering representatives from 13 sister Orthodox Churches and hundreds of believers.

1 in 5 Americans believes God determines winners and losers in the Super Bowl

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 17:30:00 GMT

A smaller share of Americans—13%—say God cares about who wins the Super Bowl.

Vatican displays ‘The Spear of Destiny’ during Lent at St. Peter's Basilica

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 11:15:01 GMT

Tradition recounts that Longinus, a Roman centurion, pierced the side of Jesus with this very spear during the crucifixion.

Armenian genocide survivors in Syria face new threats, warns Jerusalem Church

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 10:25:00 GMT

Their churches, schools, and homes have come under fire in the ongoing civil war, and the fear of further displacement looms once again.

Greek MP Nikos Papadopoulos arrested after vandalizing ‘blasphemous’ artworks

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 10:35:00 GMT

He declared: 'I demand the immediate withdrawal of these specific exhibits from the National Gallery.'

Pope Francis health shows gradual improvement

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 11:31:51 GMT

Recent updates from Vatican officials indicated a gradual improvement in the Pope's health.

Venice Biennale stages Meister Eckhart's 'Commentary on the Gospel of John'

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 09:10:00 GMT

Directed by Antonello Pocetti, the production explores themes from Eckhart's greatest work over five evenings.

Is the US becoming less religious? More people identify as religiously unaffiliated, survey finds

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 19:35:00 GMT

Younger Americans are more likely to be religiously unaffiliated, with 44% born in the 1990s and 43% born between 2000 and 2006 identifying as 'nones.'

Ancient Nicopolis theater restoration nears completion: ‘In the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul'

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 21:35:00 GMT

Nicopolis is included among the key sites of the Cultural Route "In the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul"--archaeological sites and monuments connected with the Second Apostolic Journey.