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Faith & Devotion

Discover the essence of faith, devotion, and spiritual practices across different religions and cultures. This category explores prayer, meditation, religious rituals, personal testimonies, and sacred teachings that inspire believers worldwide. Learn about faith-based traditions, devotionals, moral values, and the role of spirituality in daily life. Whether seeking inspiration, guidance, or deeper theological insights, Faith & Devotion provides a space for spiritual reflection and personal growth.

Pope Leo XIV to Canonize Carlo Acutis in Historic Vatican Ceremony - Christopher Furlong/Getty Images

Faith & Devotion

Carlo Acutis to Become First Millennial Saint This September

June 13, 2025

Carlo Acutis: Teenage Tech Whiz to Become First Millennial Saint This September Carlo Acutis, a British-born Italian teenager known for...

Beyond Tradition: Life Lessons from Eid al-Adha - Babu Babu/Reuters/File

Cultural Traditions

Eid al-Adha: A Celebration of Faith, Giving, and Mindful Living

June 7, 2025

Eid al-Adha: A Spiritual Holiday Offering Lessons in Mindfulness, Community, and Purpose While many holidays are celebrated with festive meals,...

The Last Guardians of Japan’s Secret Christian Faith - AP Photo/Hiro Komae

Cultural Traditions

Japan’s Hidden Christians: A Secret Faith Facing Extinction

June 7, 2025

‘A Huge Loss’: Japan’s Hidden Christians Face the End of a Unique Faith Tradition IKITSUKI, Japan — On a quiet,...

Eid in Gaza: Prayers in the Rubble, Food Supplies Running Low - AP Photo/Abdel Kareen Hana

Conflict and Crisis

Eid Prayers Held Outdoors as Gaza Faces Growing Hardship

June 7, 2025

Gaza Marks Eid Amid Devastation and Growing Hunger DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — As the sun rose over the war-torn...

From ‘Nones’ to Believers: A New Wave of Catholic Converts at Princeton - AP Photo/Luis Andres Henao

Faith & Devotion

How Catholic Students Thrive in a Mostly Secular College Environment

June 2, 2025

Being a Devout Catholic at a Secular College: Challenges, Community, and Hope PRINCETON, N.J. — While many college students are...

Pope Leo XIV Honors Tradition with Visits to Rome’s Major Basilicas - AP Photo/Andrew Medichini

Pope Leo XIV Declares Himself Roman in Historic Basilica Ceremony

May 26, 2025

Pope Leo XIV Embraces His Role as Bishop of Rome: ‘For You and With You, I Am Roman!’ Rome —...

Chicagoans Cheer as Cardinal Robert Prevost is Elected Pope Leo XIV - AP Photo/Paul Beaty

Faith & Devotion

Chicago Celebrates as Cardinal Robert Prevost Becomes Pope Leo XIV

May 9, 2025

Chicago Celebrates as Native Son Becomes First American Pope: Pope Leo XIV CHICAGO – The city is buzzing with excitement...

A Historic First: American Cardinal Elected as New Pope - Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto/Getty Images

America’s First Pope: Leo XIV Elected to Lead the Catholic Church

May 9, 2025

Pope Leo XIV: First American Pontiff Ushers in a New Chapter for the Catholic Church In a historic and symbolic...

Cardinals Meet as Chimney Signals Countdown to New Pope - AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia, File

Chimney Raised on Sistine Chapel for Next Pope’s Election

May 2, 2025

Vatican Installs Iconic Chimney Ahead of Papal Conclave to Elect Pope Francis' Successor VATICAN CITY — As the Catholic Church...

The Pope’s Final Calls: A Lifeline for Gaza’s Christian Community - image credit Vatican News/YouTube

How Pope Francis Stayed Connected with Gaza’s Christian Community