Religion

Bay Pointe neighbors in Newark, Del., say Ignition Church is violating COVID-19 restrictions by holding services without masks and physical distancing.

West Philly temple Kol Tzedek held their annual Hanukkah party online this year. In the process, they raised thousands for a nearby nonprofit.

As U.S. Attorney William McSwain's tenure likely nears its end with Biden set to take office next month, there’s no sign that any sweeping church indictment is afoot.

The lessons I learned at my all-girls high school are things every young woman should know: Be confident in who you are. Envision your dreams and try to achieve them.

Celebrating Hanukkah during a pandemic still poses a challenge to some Jewish Americans, for whom the holiday has risen in prominence in part because its social elements.

The court ruled that Gov. Andrew Cuomo's executive order violated the First Amendment's "free exercise" clause, and actively discriminated against religious institutions.

Hallahan holds a special place in Philly’s educational history — and a special place in the hearts of many alum.

John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School in Philadelphia and Bishop McDevitt High School in Wyncote will shutter due to declining enrollment.

According to a statement from the Biden-Harris transition team, the pair discussed some policy areas in which Biden is likely to break from President Trump.

While members of the LGBTQ community are relieved at Joe Biden’s win, there’s still concern the new-look Supreme Court could threaten their rights.

Catholic Social Services, which is affiliated with the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, says its religious views keep it from certifying same-sex couples as foster parents.

Morning Edition host Jennifer Lynn talks with Rev. Robert Collier about how West Philly is also hurting from the police shooting death of Walter Wallace Jr.

“Bound in the Bond of Life: Pittsburgh Writers Reflect on the Tree of Life Tragedy” (University of Pittsburgh Press) features essays by two dozen writers.

Some of the Philly area’s 4 million Catholics say it’s “long overdue,” and a reflection of the church’s teaching on the “dignity of the human person.”

On Tuesday, as they again mourn those killed on Oct. 27, 2018, they’ll also celebrate the resilience that has enabled them to persevere.