Religion

Washington’s Prayer Fight Is Back

Federal prayer is back in the spotlight, and the legal fight is older than the slogans. The Constitution bans an established church, but the history around government prayer is far messier than the usual activist talking points.

Pope Tells Africans: Stay Home

Pope Leo XIV used a stop in Cameroon to urge young Africans to build their own countries instead of chasing a better future abroad. His remarks touched a raw nerve in the migration debate, where slogans usually arrive faster than solutions.

Nicaragua Turns Up The Pressure

A new report says Nicaragua has stripped legal status from at least 18 Christian groups, seized property in some cases, and targeted clergy and nonprofits with growing force.

Cardinals vs. Trump on 60 Minutes

Three American cardinals used a Sunday night TV interview to criticize President Trump, while supporters and critics argued over what the church should say about borders, abortion, and politics.

France’s Baptism Boom Won’t Slow Down

A new French bishops survey reports 21,386 baptisms planned for the 2026 Easter Vigil, with adults driving most of the increase. The numbers keep rising, which is awkward for anyone who thought Europe had finished with religion.