Measure A: Priest accused of endorsing removal of LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva

Caught on camera – parishioners at a Catholic church are being encouraged by their priest to make a pledge to vote “Yes” on a ballot measure that would kick Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva out of office.

Measure A: Priest accused of endorsing removal of LA County Sheriff
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Parishioners at a Catholic church are encouraged by their priest to make a pledge by voting "Yes" on Measure A -- a ballot measure to allow Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to remove LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva from office.

Poll: 23% say they have prayed for the outcome of a professional sports event

About 3 in 10 U.S. adults say they believe prayer can play a role in determining who wins a sporting event, and a similar percentage say God plays a role in determining which team goes home the victor.

Advocates list 100s of allegedly abusive California priests

Advocates for victims of clergy sexual abuse delivered a list of more than 300 publicly accused abusers to the Roman Catholic archbishop of San Francisco on Thursday as they urged him to release his “secret” files on credibly accused priests.

Rosh Hashanah: Where to celebrate in LA County

Rosh Hashana begins at sundown Sunday. Several congregations across LA County are offering free services or streaming them online.

Queen Elizabeth II and the Church of England: The late monarch's faith beliefs

As Queen Elizabeth II is mourned, here are some details of the Church of England, of which she was a member. The history of this church is explained, as well as what it meant to the Queen.

Jehovah’s Witnesses resume door-to-door work after pandemic hiatus

“I've been looking forward to this day,” one Jehovah's Witness said. “When I rang the first doorbell this morning, a total calm came over me. I was back where I needed to be.”

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.

Salman Rushdie's accused stabber enters not-guilty plea

Salman Rushdie remained hospitalized Saturday and is in jeopardy of losing one of his eyes after the stabbing attack.

Justice Department investigating Southern Baptists over clergy sex abuse

An independent investigation found disturbing details about how Southern Baptist leaders mishandled sex abuse claims and mistreated victims.

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."

Right to Die: Group of doctors argue California's End of Life Option Act violates freedom of religion

The California Legislature says terminally-ill patients have a right to die with dignity. However, a group of Christian doctors are trying to put a stop to it as they claim the law violates freedom of religion and freedom of speech.

Group of doctors argue California's End of Life Option Act violates freedom of religion
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The California Legislature says terminally-ill patients have a right to die with dignity. However, a group of Christian doctors are trying to put a stop to it as they claim the law violates freedom of religion and freedom of speech.

Right to Die: Group of doctors argue California's End of Life Option Act violates freedom of religion
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The California Legislature says terminally-ill patients have a right to die with dignity. However, a group of Christian doctors are trying to put a stop to it as they claim the law violates freedom of religion and freedom of speech.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi receives Communion in Rome

U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi met with Pope Francis and received Communion during a papal Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica, despite her position in support of abortion rights.