Kansans gather in prayer after lightning strike burns town's historic church
"Prayer saved our church...and prayer is going to give us the strength and the graces that we need to build it back," St. Mary’s Catholic School Principal Josh Regan said in a message to parents following the devastating blaze.
7-year-old girl paralyzed in swimming accident: ‘We believe God’s healing her’
Sarah Faulkner found out she would never walk again, but she has forgiven the teenager who caused the accident.
Little boy runs to Pope Francis during weekly audience
Ironically, Francis was talking about the importance of a relationship between the world’s youth and the elderly when the young boy ran up to greet him.
Houston's Ismaili community to build inclusive center in downtown
A community building is currently under construction in downtown Houston, and while it's being built by the city's Ismaili Muslim residents, it will be a place where everyone is welcome.
Houston's Ismaili community to build inclusive center in downtown
A community building is currently under construction in downtown Houston, and while it's being built by the city's Ismaili Muslim residents, it will be a place where everyone is welcome.
CAIR-Houston is asking other law enforcement agencies to increase patrols at mosque
CAIR-Houston is asking other law enforcement agencies to increase patrols at mosques in light of the deadly shootings of four Muslim men in Albuquerque.
Houston beefing up security at mosques after Muslims killed in Albuquerque
“Houston stands with our Muslim brothers and sisters in #Albuquerque and Houston and throughout our country,” Mayor Sylvester Turner said. “An attack against one is an attack on us all.”
'Honor Killings' Trial: Investigators detail how they found Yaser Said
Investigators revealed they had a close encounter with Yaser Said while he was on the run, three years before being caught, but he got away.
'Honor Killings' Trial: Mother of murdered girls calls ex-husband the 'devil'
Patricia Owens, the mother of Amina and Sarah Said, took the stand, calling her ex-husband the "devil."
'Honor Killings' Trial: Dramatic 911 call from night of shootings played in court
Jurors heard the 911 call from a dying teenager killed alongside her sister in 2008. Their father is on trial for the murders.
'Honor Killings' Trial: Sisters feared their dad would kill them days before their murders, prosecutors claim
Prosecutors described a father on trial for murdering his two teenage daughters as "controlling and possessive." Their former teacher says they told her they were running away and knew their dad would try to kill them.
'Honor Killings' Trial: Opening statements begin Tuesday for father accused of murdering two daughters
Trial begins for a North Texas man accused of murdering his two daughters in 2008. Investigators called the girls' deaths "honor killings".
Pope Francis says he'll slow down, possibly retire after 6-day Canada trip
“I think at my age and with these limitations, I have to save (my energy) to be able to serve the church, or on the contrary, think about the possibility of stepping aside."
No longer a "known imminent threat" to San Antonio Jewish community, says FBI
The Jewish community in San Antonio was on high alert Saturday due to a potential threat to an unidentified synagogue in the area.
Pope Francis hails families, blasts ‘culture of waste’ after Roe v. Wade ruling
Francis didn’t refer to the ruling or explicitly mention abortion in his homily.
Pope Francis orders online release of WWII-era Pius XII Jewish files
A Vatican archive of 2,700 cases of requests for help by Jewish people has renewed a debate on Pope Pius XII's legacy. Some Jewish groups criticize Pius claiming he remained silent in the face of the Holocaust.
Number of Americans who believe in God drops to historic low: Poll
This year’s poll found 17% of Americans said they do not believe in God.
Bishop punishes school for refusing to remove Black Lives Matter, Pride flags
The Massachusetts school president said they will continue to display the flags and will appeal the decision.
Muslim actor from Texas has prayers answered starring in MCU’s Ms. Marvel
Ms. Marvel made its premiere in early June, but the excitement among fans, and even stars of the show, remains ever-present for its ability to represent a South Asian and Muslim superhero in a respectful and entertaining way.
Houston-raised filmmaker wins prestigious award for directorial debut: Istikhara, New York
Imagine entering a career with little support but allowing yourself to let the universe take its course. Yasir Masood did just that with his film and received the 'Emerging Filmmaker Award' during the 38th Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival.