Pope Leo’s lung cancer had not spread, doctors confirm no further treatment needed

Pope Leo XIV does not need further treatment for lung cancer after follow-up tests confirmed the disease was localized, the Vatican said in a statement Wednesday.

Pope Leo returns to Vatican, four days after lung cancer surgery

Pope Leo XIV departed a Rome hospital where he underwent surgery for lung cancer to return to the Vatican amid a crowd of well-wishers, responding to a question on how he was by saying, “I am much better, thank you."

Pope Leo undergoes blood tests, X-ray following cancer surgery, Vatican says

Pope Leo XIV underwent blood tests and a chest X-ray Wednesday following surgery to remove a small nodule on his lung, with his recovery going "as expected," the Vatican announced.

Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer, Vatican says

The Vatican confirmed on Tuesday that Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer. Leo also underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.

Pentagon creates new 'Office of Religious Affairs'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is launching the Office of Religious Affairs as he expands his ongoing faith-focused reforms across the military.

Catholic priests abused nearly 1,000 children at 3 dioceses in Massachusetts: report

A new report from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office found that 275 Catholic priests sexually abused at least 944 children across three dioceses in Massachusetts.

Central Synagogue members return to support community after Shabbat service attack

Congregants at Central Synagogue told FOX 5 NY that they believed it was important to show their support on Saturday, a day after a man burst into Shabbat service and attacked two people.

Jamaican singer and songwriter TINA
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From HoodCelebrityy to TINA—it’s more than a name change; it’s the rebirth of an artist. Tina joins Passion & Faith to talk identity, sacrifice, healing, and the music behind her most personal chapter yet. 

Archaeologists unearth secret church tied to Council of Nicaea, Christianity's defining moment

Archaeologists in Turkey believe they've made a groundbreaking discovery, possibly uncovering the remains of a church they believe hosted the First Council of Nicaea, one of the most pivotal events in the history of Christianity.

Degrees. Leadership. Service | Dr. Jenabu C. Williams
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Degrees. Leadership. Service. None of it happened by accident.  Dr. Jenabu C. Williams joins Passion & Faith to share how he went from Newark student to transformational educatorand why changing one life can transform a community

Newly discovered St. Augustine sermons offer fresh insight into early Christian theology

Two previously unknown sermons by St. Augustine have been authenticated after being discovered in a 12th-century medieval manuscript, offering scholars new insight into one of Christianity's most influential theologians.

Antisemitic violence reached 30-year high in 2025, report says

A new report from the J7 Large Communities' Task Force Against Antisemitism found that 2025 was the deadliest year for antisemitic attacks worldwide since 1994.

One partner? Some say that's not enough!
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One partner? Some say that's not enough!! We're talking non-monogamy – and getting real about modern love with Psychotherapist Amie D. Wells

San Francisco Archdiocese to pay $400M in clergy sex abuse settlement

More than 500 survivors of clergy sexual abuse in the Archdiocese of San Francisco reached a $395 million settlement that was announced Monday, with church leaders agreeing to an additional 14-point plan for protecting children.

Teaching a New Generation! Rev. Al & Janet Cohen
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We speak with the Community Initiatives of New York co-founders Rev. Al Cohen and his wife Janet about inspiring the next generation of leaders to put their faith first on this episode of “Passion & Faith.” 

Ex-youth pastor arrested in 20-year-old death of wife at Zion National Park

Former youth pastor David Vander Meer has been arrested and charged with murder and insurance fraud in connection with the 2006 death of his wife, Bernadette Vander Meer, at Utah's Zion National Park.