A Diary Of Day 1: The Pope's Visit To Cuba
Pope Francis spent his first day in Cuba celebrating mass at Havana's Revolution Plaza, visiting President Raul Castro and greeting Cuba's youth.
Religion
The Synod Could Be The Defining Moment Of Francis' Papacy
Sunday is the first day of a three-week meeting of Catholic bishops to tackle questions of marriage, divorce and homosexuality — issues that go to the heart of what it means to be a Catholic.
Amid Societal Shifts, What Will New Mormon Leader Appointments Mean?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will announce three new top leaders. Scholar Matthew Bowman discusses what the change could mean at a time when social issues challenge the faith.
Pope's Visit Brings Focus To Tenuous Intersection Of Faith And Politics
Many Americans are reassessing Pope Francis' triumphant U.S. tour because of his meeting with Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis.
Pope's Meeting With Kim Davis Disappoints LGBT Catholics
Marianne Duddy-Burke, head of Dignity USA, a group of LGBT Catholics, says she was inspired by Pope Francis' visit. That turned to disappointment with news the pontiff met secretly with Kim Davis.
Bishops Question How To Achieve Pope's Vision Of An Inclusive Church
Pope Francis has opened an assembly of bishops to talk about issues facing families — such as marriage, divorce and contraception. He reiterated that the Catholic church opposes same-sex marriage.
Hijab-Wearing Model Appears In H&M Ad, A First For Fashion Giant
When H&M put a Muslim girl in a headscarf in an online ad this summer, it prompted celebration among Hijabi fashionistas. Is it a sign that the public is more open to Muslim culture?
Vatican Fires Priest After He Comes Out As Gay Ahead Of Bishops' Meeting
Monsignor Krzysztof Charamsa appeared at a news conference with his partner. In an interview he called the Church's stance on homosexuality "backwards."
Before The Pope Met With Kim Davis, He Met With A Gay Couple
A day before his private meeting with controversial Kentucky clerk Kim Davis, Pope Francis met with his friend from Argentina at the Vatican Embassy in Washington, D.C.
Vatican Details Pope's Meeting With Kentucky Clerk Kim Davis
Responding to a flood of interest, the Vatican says the private meeting shouldn't be seen as an endorsement of all of Davis' views.