Muslim community enters Ramadan with social distancing but same commitment to charity
The COVID-19 crisis is forcing the spiritual experience of Ramadan to take on a different look this year for Muslims across the globe and in Dearborn, home to one of the largest Muslim populations in the US.
Citizens celebrating Passover and Easter a little different this year
While residents will still be celebrating the religious weekend on the way, it will likely be from the comfort of their own home.
Holy seasons of Easter and Passover impacted by pandemic's shelter in place order
Participants in the recorded service coming at different times to increase social distancing. Groups are meeting online - a test in faith the senior pastor says.
Detroit Archdiocese suspending mass until April 6
The Archdiocese of Detroit is suspending mass until April, 6.
Ste. Anne Church in Detroit receives honorary title of Minor Basilica
Ste. Anne Church in Detroit has received the honorary title of Minor Basilica, with Archbishop Vigneron presiding at a solemn celebration of Mass with a reading of the decree at 12 p.m. Sunday, April 26.
Bishop responds after priest says abortion worse than pedophilia, which 'doesn't kill anyone'
A Roman Catholic bishop in Rhode Island responded to the controversy created by a priest who said abortion is worse than pedophilia and later sought to clarify his comments.
New bishop makes history in Michigan
Bonnie Perry is joining the Episcopal Diocese of Michigan as the state's first woman and lesbian bishop to lead the church. She said she is concerned about issues of race, poverty, unemployment, and the environment
Methodist leaders propose amicable split to solve gay marriage dispute
The United Methodist Church is splitting as leaders across the world proposed a new conservative denomination that would attempt to resolve a yearslong dispute over gay marriage and gay clergy.
Pope apologizes for slapping hand of woman who pulled him
A woman behind a barrier reached out and grabbed the pope's hand, pulling him violently toward her. Francis reacted sharply, exclaimed something and then slapped her hand so she would let him go.
65,000 college students ring in New Year worshiping Jesus
(FOX NEWS) - It's not your typical college New Year's party — more than 65,000 young Christians gathering in an Atlanta stadium to kick off a new decade with worship, prayer and Bible teaching.
Michigan synagogue member sues anti-Israel protesters, city of Ann Arbor
A member of the Beth Israel Congregation in Ann Arbor is suing the city and anti-Israel protesters over 16 years of protests, arguing they have been uniquely provocative and that some restrictions on them would not violate free-speech protections.
Grand Rapids-area pastor denies Communion to gay judge
The Roman Catholic Church in western Michigan is defending a priest’s decision to deny Holy Communion to a popular judge in a same-sex marriage.
Troy sued over denying mosque plans due to zoning
The Adam Community Center is made up of around 200 Muslims who all either live or work in the city of Troy.