Commuters participate in Ash Wednesday at Union Station
For many Catholics, their commute was interrupted by a re-direct toward their spirituality this Ash Wednesday – here in the middle of Union Station.
For many Catholics, their commute was interrupted by a re-direct toward their spirituality this Ash Wednesday – here in the middle of Union Station.
Ash Wednesday on the go at Union Station
If you can't get to church this Ash Wednesday, they're bringing church to you. Fox 32's Joanie Lum was live at Union Station this morning where she spoke with many commuters who participated in the religious holiday on their way to work.
If you can't get to church this Ash Wednesday, they're bringing church to you. Fox 32's Joanie Lum was live at Union Station this morning where she spoke with many commuters who participated in the religious holiday on their way to work.
Valentine's Day and Ash Wednesday collide: When love meets Lent
Ash Wednesday and Valentine's Day fall on the same day this year – a day of indulgence meeting a day of abstaining.
Ash Wednesday and Valentine's Day fall on the same day this year – a day of indulgence meeting a day of abstaining.
Too pretty? Easter poster depicting fresh-faced Jesus prompts criticism in Spain
The poster is an annual tradition in predominantly Catholic Spain, but this year's version is generating controversy for its depiction of Jesus.
The poster is an annual tradition in predominantly Catholic Spain, but this year's version is generating controversy for its depiction of Jesus.
Catholic cardinal from Jerusalem visits Chicago area, calls for a ceasefire in Gaza
Hundreds of Arab Catholics flocked to Mass in Chicago Ridge on Saturday as the pope’s representative in the Middle East greeted them, participated in the ceremony and pushed for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Hundreds of Arab Catholics flocked to Mass in Chicago Ridge on Saturday as the pope’s representative in the Middle East greeted them, participated in the ceremony and pushed for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Cardinal Pizzaballa pays special visit to Our Lady of the Ridge Catholic Church
The Chicago-area Arab Catholic community welcomed a special guest on Saturday afternoon.
The Chicago-area Arab Catholic community welcomed a special guest on Saturday afternoon.
Cardinal Pizzaballa visits Our Lady of the Ridge Catholic Church
The Chicago-area Arab Catholic community welcomed a special guest on Saturday afternoon.
The Chicago-area Arab Catholic community welcomed a special guest on Saturday afternoon.
More U.S. adults now identify their religion as 'none' than anything else
A recent study by Pew Research finds that nearly 30% of Americans say they have no religious affiliation.
A recent study by Pew Research finds that nearly 30% of Americans say they have no religious affiliation.
Pope Francis condemns surrogacy as 'despicable,' calls for global ban
Pope Francis called Monday for a universal ban on what he called the “despicable” practice of surrogate motherhood, as he included the “commercialization” of pregnancy in an annual speech listing threats to global peace and human dignity.
Pope Francis called Monday for a universal ban on what he called the “despicable” practice of surrogate motherhood, as he included the “commercialization” of pregnancy in an annual speech listing threats to global peace and human dignity.
Shia LaBeouf converts to Catholicism, was confirmed at New Year's Eve Mass
Actor Shia LaBeouf has converted to Catholicism.
Actor Shia LaBeouf has converted to Catholicism.
Rapper Ye issues a Hebrew apology for previous antisemitic comments
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West, who has a long history of making antisemitic comments, apologized to the Jewish community in an Instagram post written in Hebrew on Tuesday.
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West, who has a long history of making antisemitic comments, apologized to the Jewish community in an Instagram post written in Hebrew on Tuesday.
Cook County Jail inmates attend Christmas mass
Inmates at Cook County Jail attended Christmas worship Monday morning.
Inmates at Cook County Jail attended Christmas worship Monday morning.
Chicago church delivers Christmas cheer
Volunteers with Saint Sabina delivered meals and toys to those who needed it most this year.
Volunteers with Saint Sabina delivered meals and toys to those who needed it most this year.
Pope Francis, in Christmas Day blessing, begs for Israel-Hamas cease-fire
Bethlehem, the biblical birthplace of Jesus, “is a place of sorrow and silence" this year, Pope Francis lamented as he pleaded for a cease-fire in Gaza.
Bethlehem, the biblical birthplace of Jesus, “is a place of sorrow and silence" this year, Pope Francis lamented as he pleaded for a cease-fire in Gaza.
Cardinal Cupich brings hope, comfort to Lurie Children's patients on Christmas Eve
Children who are spending Christmas at Lurie Children's Hospital had a special visitor on Sunday.
Children who are spending Christmas at Lurie Children's Hospital had a special visitor on Sunday.
Cardinal Cupich brings hope, comfort to Lurie Children's patients on Christmas Eve
Children who are spending Christmas at Lurie Children's Hospital had a special visitor on Sunday.
Children who are spending Christmas at Lurie Children's Hospital had a special visitor on Sunday.
Christmas events canceled in Bethlehem due to Israel-Hamas war
The Israel-Hamas war has forced Christmas celebrations in the biblical birthplace of Jesus to be called off: "This year, without the Christmas tree and without lights, there’s just darkness."
The Israel-Hamas war has forced Christmas celebrations in the biblical birthplace of Jesus to be called off: "This year, without the Christmas tree and without lights, there’s just darkness."
The Rev. Pfleger plans to bless same-sex couple following pope’s declaration
When Pope Francis announced Monday that priests can now bless same-sex couples, it was difficult to say when the first blessings would happen.
When Pope Francis announced Monday that priests can now bless same-sex couples, it was difficult to say when the first blessings would happen.
'Total surrender and dedication to Jesus': Watch Hulk Hogan get baptized in Florida
Former WWE and reality TV star Hulk Hogan dedicated his life to Christ recently in Florida.
Former WWE and reality TV star Hulk Hogan dedicated his life to Christ recently in Florida.
Historic Chicago Greek Orthodox Church finds new home in Schiller Park
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church left its old building after going through bankruptcy.
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church left its old building after going through bankruptcy.