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Religion

File photo: A Star of David hangs from a fence outside the dormant landmark Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood, April 19, 2023.
Courts & Law

The gunman who killed 11 people in a Pittsburgh synagogue is found eligible for the death penalty

A federal jury announced its decision Thursday, setting the stage for further evidence and testimony on whether Robert Bowers should be sentenced to death or life in prison.

3 years ago

Checking in to the 50th anniversary party for Dignity Philadelphia, held May 2023 at the Mummers Museum
Community
Billy Penn

Philly’s LGBTQ Catholic church celebrates 50 years of acceptance and community

Nestled in the heart of the Gayborhood, Dignity’s Philly chapter has members of all ages, from Gen Zers to Boomers

3 years ago

Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry speaks into a microphone at a podium.
Courts & Law

Authorities charge 5 more in probe of child sexual abuse among Jehovah’s Witnesses in Pennsylvania

The indictments announced Friday are the latest charges in an ongoing probe that has identified 14 suspects.

3 years ago

Gerald Groff, a former postal worker whose case will be argued before the Supreme Court, stands during a television interview near a
Courts & Law

Supreme Court solidifies protections for workers who ask for religious accommodations

The Supreme Court is using the case of a Christian mailman who didn’t want to work Sundays to solidify protections for workers who are religious.

3 years ago

Gospel singer Trina Ferge at the 2023 Gospel on Independence showcase, part of the Wawa Welcome America festival
Community
Billy Penn

‘Lifting Voices’ celebrates Philly’s rich gospel history with a showcase of modern praise music

In the city where the “Godfather of Gospel” once worked, a new WHYY contest is open to all comers, and entry is free.

3 years ago

Pope Francis delivers his blessing as he recites the Angelus noon prayer from the window of his studio overlooking St.Peter's Square, at the Vatican, Sunday, June 18, 2023
Community

Pope Francis, back to Vatican routine post-surgery, says thanks to shouts of ‘Long live the pope!’

Thousands of pilgrims and tourists in the square exploded in applause when he came to the window.

3 years ago

Memorial outside of the synagogue
Courts & Law

Truck driver guilty of killing 11 at Pittsburgh synagogue in deadliest attack on Jews in US history

Jurors must now decide whether the 50-year-old should be sent to death row or sentenced to life in prison without parole as the federal trial shifts to a penalty phase.

3 years ago

A view of an Italian flag waving in the wind with blue sky visible in the background.
Community

St. Anthony’s Italian Festival in Wilmington: A 49-year-old tradition that honors Italian culture and draws thousands of visitors

Wilmington's Little Italy is celebrating almost 50 years of honoring Italian heritage and culture.

3 years ago

Pat Robertson speaks during a forum at Regent University in Virginia Beach, Va., in 2015. Robertson was a religious broadcaster who turned a tiny Virginia station into the global Christian Broadcasting Network, tried a run for president and helped make religion central to Republican Party politics in America through his Christian Coalition
NPR
Community

Pat Robertson, televangelist and a leader of the religious right, dies at 93

Pat Robertson founded the Christian Broadcasting Network. He also hosted The 700 Club and drew controversy for comments that were often seen as anti-gay and racially insensiti

3 years ago

Kevin Farrell
Community

What happens to papal power when a pope is unconscious? Nothing

Pope Francis' surgery to repair a hernia in his abdominal wall has raised questions about what happens to papal power when Francis is unconscious or unable to lead the church.

3 years ago

Pope Francis went to a hospital in Rome Wednesday for abdominal surgery. He's seen here in the popemobile, leaving his general audience at St. Peter's Square in The Vatican before heading to the hospital.
NPR
Community

Pope Francis will remain in hospital after a hernia-related surgery in Rome

The pope underwent "a laparotomy and abdominal wall surgery under general anesthesia" on Wednesday, the Holy See's official news portal says.

3 years ago

People of all ages at the Muslim Day event
Community

Muslim youth, community members call on Philadelphia city leaders to address gun violence

Emgage Pennsylvania and CAIR Philadelphia organized the Muslim Day event, connecting students directly with city leaders.

3 years ago

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Rev. Robert Collier addresses the media at a press conference
Community

Black Clergy of Philadelphia hosting summit on violence

The Black Clergy of Philadelphia believes its summit can result in a workable plan to help fight continued violence in the city.

3 years ago

File photo: The Tree of Life Synagogue, lower left, stands in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh on Thursday, April 19, 2023. The federal jury trial of the suspect in the nation's deadliest antisemitic attack is scheduled to get underway Tuesday morning, four and a half years after the shooting deaths of 11 worshipers at a Pittsburgh synagogue.
Courts & Law

Prosecutor: Gunman in Pittsburgh synagogue massacre harbored ‘malice and hate’ for Jews

The federal trial of Robert Bowers comes four and a half years after the shooting deaths of 11 worshipers from three congregations meeting at the Tree of Life synagogue.

3 years ago

Inside of a church with stained glass windows
NPR
Community

The importance of religion in the lives of Americans is shrinking

Just 16% of Americans surveyed said religion is the most important thing in their lives, according to the PRRI study, down from 20% a decade ago.

3 years ago

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