Religion
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The Latest: Pope lights candle for migrants
Dec 06, 2015 6:00 am - THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) - The latest developments as tens of thousands of people make their way to Europe and across the continent, seeking safety and a better life....
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Willow Creek worshippers make care packages for prisonersDec 06, 2015 12:00 am - The standard paper bags were packed with a few simple items - Krispy Kreme treats, inspirational books, a journal and a Christmas card with a calendar. But Willow Creek ...
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Vatican engages outside auditor as another financial reform
Dec 05, 2015 6:00 am - VATICAN CITY (AP) - The Vatican has engaged an outside auditor for its consolidated financial statements as part of economic reforms. The Holy See said Saturday it has c...
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Take time to remember the reason behind the seasonDec 01, 2015 10:00 pm - "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father...
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'Comfort Dog' to join church's ministry teamNov 30, 2015 10:00 pm - St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Lombard will meet its new Comfort Dog for the first time during the weekend of Dec. 5 at "Passing of the Leash" ceremonies. Duri...
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Firefighters judge temple's 20th chili cook-off fundraiserNov 30, 2015 10:00 pm - Members of the Hoffman Estates Fire Department judged the 20th Annual Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser, held by the social action committee at Beth Tikvah Congregation in Hoffm...
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Pope urges peace while visiting C. African Republic mosque
Nov 30, 2015 6:00 am - BANGUI, Central African Republic (AP) - Pope Francis made a historic visit to the last remaining Muslim neighborhood in Central African Republic's capital Monday, a move...
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The Latest: Pope Francis wraps up Africa trip
Nov 30, 2015 6:00 am - BANGUI, Central African Republic (AP) - The latest on Pope Francis' first trip to Africa. (All times local.) ___ 7:35 p.m. The United Nations says its peacekeeping missi...
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Pope: There are bigger issues than condoms and HIV
Nov 30, 2015 6:00 am - ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE (AP) - Pope Francis has dismissed a question about whether condoms can be condoned in the fight against AIDS by saying there are more important is...
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Pope backs more defense time in Vatican leaks trial
Nov 30, 2015 6:00 am - ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE (AP) - Pope Francis has acknowledged criticism that the Vatican's trial over leaked documents has been rushed, saying the defendants and their law...