Tag Archives: Christianity

The new saints

Pope Francis has canonised two 19th century nuns who lived in Palestine, then controlled by the Ottoman Empire. Marie Alphonsine Ghattas    ... more

The greenest day in the emerald isle

For four days, amidst the various shades of green, boisterous singing commemorating Saint Patrick and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland    ... more

Reform for Russia’s gay rights

Recently, music artist Sir Elton John spoke out about gay rights. Due to the recent debate about gay clergy members being    ... more

Global forces unite for justice

Last month the story of 27-year-old Sudanese, Meriam Ibrahim sparked international recognition. She was incarcerated for adultery and apostasy (the abandonment    ... more