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Does college make people less religious?

New research from sociologist Philip Schwadel of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has found in many religious countries, like the U.S., Italy and Mexico, people lose their religiosity upon attending college.

Churches fold Halloween into fall festivities

As parents have grown increasingly leery of sending their kids out trick-or-treating on streets where they don’t know their neighbors, alternatives for celebrating Halloween have flourished.

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Panel: No easy answers for Syrian refugee crisis

Nations are struggling with what to do about more than 4 million Syrian refugees fleeing war. It’s complicated from a personal perspective as well, as individuals weigh compassion against prudence.

Why do we believe apocalypse predictions?

So where were you when the apocalypse fizzled? Actually, make that apocalypses, because the past few weeks have been (pardon the word) heaven for fans and followers of doomsday predictions.

 
Pope asks forgiveness for scandals plaguing Vatican, Rome

Pope Francis asked for forgiveness on Wednesday for scandals at the Vatican and in Rome, an apparent reference to two cases of priests and gay sex revealed this month during a major meeting of bishops.

How to talk about religion without making people feel weird

Religion is a topic that will always cause a reaction because of the deepness of feelings on both sides of the spectrum. But no matter what your beliefs are, the ability to communicate with others about what you believe can be done in a way that creates respect and understanding.

Church tours part of Las Vegas Greek Food Festival

The Las Vegas Greek Food Festival is more than just food and fun — it’s also an opportunity for visitors to tour and learn more about the church.

 
Pope held private meeting with same-sex couple in US

The day before Pope Francis met anti-gay county clerk Kim Davis in Washington last week, he held a private meeting with a longtime friend from Argentina who has been in a same-sex relationship for 19 years.

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