American Church
- All
- News
- Videos
-
Who Was Olga, The Alaska Native Drawing Devotion As Orthodoxy's New Saint
"St. Olga of Kwethluk, Matushka of All Alaska," as she is officially known, was canonized on June 19 as the first female Orthodox saint from North America.
-
How White Sox Fan 'Bob' Beat The Odds To Become First US Pope
He was known just as Bob, a White Sox fan from the South Side of Chicago. Now a mild-mannered cardinal with a minimal social media footprint has become the first American pope in history.
-
When Pope Francis Signed Havana Declaration, Ending Catholic-Orthodox Feud
Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, died on Monday after a prolonged illness. He was 88.
-
Pope Francis' Last Appearance On Easter, Calls For "Renewed Hope For Peace"
Pope Francis, who was the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, became pope in 2013 after his predecessor, Benedict XVI, resigned.
-
Pope Francis, Leader Of 1.4 Billion Catholics, Dies At 88 On Easter Monday
Pope Francis has died at the age of 88 after a prolonged illness, the Vatican announced on Monday. The pontiff, who was the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, became pope in 2013 after his predecessor, Benedict XVI, resigned.
-
PM Modi Honoured With Global Peace Award For Indian-American Minority Welfare
The Association of Indian American Minorities (AIAM), a newly formed non-governmental organisation, was launched on Friday at Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church, Maryland.
-
Byju's Founder Accused Of Trying To Regain Firm With Hidden Cash
The founder of bankrupt Indian tech firm Byju's tried to use loan proceeds that he allegedly hid from US lenders to secretly buy back a software company that was taken over by an American trustee, according to a new court filing.
-
This US State Will Display Ten Commandments From The Bible In Classrooms
The governor of Louisiana signed a bill Wednesday requiring the Ten Commandments be displayed in every public school classroom in the conservative US state, reigniting the debate over separation of church and state.
-
Pope Strips Critic US Cardinal Of Apartment, Salary For "Working Against Church"
Pope Francis has removed some of the Vatican privileges of conservative American Cardinal Raymond Burke, including a large subsidized apartment and his salary, a senior Vatican official said on Tuesday.
-
Two Of 17 North American Hostages, Kidnapped In Haiti, Released
Two of the 17 North Americans who were kidnapped by a Haitian gang in mid-October have been freed, the church that they were affiliated with said Sunday, reporting that they were "in good spirits."
-
3 Telangana Teen Siblings Die In Fire At US Home 2 Days Before Christmas
Three young siblings from Telangana have died in a house fire in the US on Sunday. The three, who were missionary students, were guests for the holidays with the Coudriet family in Tennessee when the fire broke out around 11 pm. Aaron Naik, 17, Sharron Naik, 14 and Joy Naik, 15, were killed, along with 46-year-old Kari Coudriet, the owner of the ho...
-
Pope Francis Orders Investigation Of US Bishop After Church Leaders Meet
Pope Francis has ordered an investigation of an American bishop accused of sexual misconduct with adults and accepted his resignation, the Vatican and U.S. Church officials said on Thursday.
-
Pope Francis Expresses 'Pain' And 'Shame' Over Abuse Scandal In Chile
Pope Francis on Tuesday expressed his "pain" and "shame" over child sexual abuse scandals that have rocked the church in Chile, as he made his first speech during a visit to the South American country.
-
As North Korea Intensifies Missile Program, The US Opens $11 Billion Base In South Korea
This small American city has four schools and five churches, an Arby's, a Taco Bell and a Burger King. The grocery store is offering a deal on Budweiser as the temperature soars, and out front there's a promotion for Ford Mustangs.
-
'Our Family Is Heartbroken': American Killed In London Attack Was Celebrating Wedding Anniversary
They had been married for 25 years. This week was supposed to be a chance to celebrate their anniversary, as well as a chance for Kurt and Melissa Cochran to visit Melissa's parents, who work on a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints mission in England.
-
Who Was Olga, The Alaska Native Drawing Devotion As Orthodoxy's New Saint
"St. Olga of Kwethluk, Matushka of All Alaska," as she is officially known, was canonized on June 19 as the first female Orthodox saint from North America.
-
How White Sox Fan 'Bob' Beat The Odds To Become First US Pope
He was known just as Bob, a White Sox fan from the South Side of Chicago. Now a mild-mannered cardinal with a minimal social media footprint has become the first American pope in history.
-
When Pope Francis Signed Havana Declaration, Ending Catholic-Orthodox Feud
Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, died on Monday after a prolonged illness. He was 88.
-
Pope Francis' Last Appearance On Easter, Calls For "Renewed Hope For Peace"
Pope Francis, who was the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, became pope in 2013 after his predecessor, Benedict XVI, resigned.
-
Pope Francis, Leader Of 1.4 Billion Catholics, Dies At 88 On Easter Monday
Pope Francis has died at the age of 88 after a prolonged illness, the Vatican announced on Monday. The pontiff, who was the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, became pope in 2013 after his predecessor, Benedict XVI, resigned.
-
PM Modi Honoured With Global Peace Award For Indian-American Minority Welfare
The Association of Indian American Minorities (AIAM), a newly formed non-governmental organisation, was launched on Friday at Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church, Maryland.
-
Byju's Founder Accused Of Trying To Regain Firm With Hidden Cash
The founder of bankrupt Indian tech firm Byju's tried to use loan proceeds that he allegedly hid from US lenders to secretly buy back a software company that was taken over by an American trustee, according to a new court filing.
-
This US State Will Display Ten Commandments From The Bible In Classrooms
The governor of Louisiana signed a bill Wednesday requiring the Ten Commandments be displayed in every public school classroom in the conservative US state, reigniting the debate over separation of church and state.
-
Pope Strips Critic US Cardinal Of Apartment, Salary For "Working Against Church"
Pope Francis has removed some of the Vatican privileges of conservative American Cardinal Raymond Burke, including a large subsidized apartment and his salary, a senior Vatican official said on Tuesday.
-
Two Of 17 North American Hostages, Kidnapped In Haiti, Released
Two of the 17 North Americans who were kidnapped by a Haitian gang in mid-October have been freed, the church that they were affiliated with said Sunday, reporting that they were "in good spirits."
-
3 Telangana Teen Siblings Die In Fire At US Home 2 Days Before Christmas
Three young siblings from Telangana have died in a house fire in the US on Sunday. The three, who were missionary students, were guests for the holidays with the Coudriet family in Tennessee when the fire broke out around 11 pm. Aaron Naik, 17, Sharron Naik, 14 and Joy Naik, 15, were killed, along with 46-year-old Kari Coudriet, the owner of the ho...
-
Pope Francis Orders Investigation Of US Bishop After Church Leaders Meet
Pope Francis has ordered an investigation of an American bishop accused of sexual misconduct with adults and accepted his resignation, the Vatican and U.S. Church officials said on Thursday.
-
Pope Francis Expresses 'Pain' And 'Shame' Over Abuse Scandal In Chile
Pope Francis on Tuesday expressed his "pain" and "shame" over child sexual abuse scandals that have rocked the church in Chile, as he made his first speech during a visit to the South American country.
-
As North Korea Intensifies Missile Program, The US Opens $11 Billion Base In South Korea
This small American city has four schools and five churches, an Arby's, a Taco Bell and a Burger King. The grocery store is offering a deal on Budweiser as the temperature soars, and out front there's a promotion for Ford Mustangs.
-
'Our Family Is Heartbroken': American Killed In London Attack Was Celebrating Wedding Anniversary
They had been married for 25 years. This week was supposed to be a chance to celebrate their anniversary, as well as a chance for Kurt and Melissa Cochran to visit Melissa's parents, who work on a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints mission in England.
