Buddhist monks complete cross-country 'Walk for Peace'
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After 15 weeks and more than 2,300 miles on foot, 19 Buddhist monks finished their journey from Texas to Washington, D.C. The walk was meant to raise awareness about peace, drawing crowds along the way.

A 15-week ‘Walk for Peace’ concludes with Buddhist monks’ arrival in Washington

A group of Buddhist monks reached Washington, D.C., Tuesday, walking single file across a bridge over the Potomac River to cap a 15-week trek from Texas that has captivated the country.

Joliet Bishop Ronald Hicks to be installed as New York’s 11th archbishop

Ronald Hicks is set to be installed Friday as the 11th archbishop of New York in a ceremony at the revered St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Manhattan where dignitaries and laypeople from all walks of life are expected to gather and celebrate.

Iftar Bazaar returns with immersive Ramadan celebration in Rosemont
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Saiema Quadri previews the second annual Iftar Bazaar at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, highlighting the event’s growth, immersive experiences, and opportunities for small and youth entrepreneurs ahead of Ramadan.

Buddhist monks braving arctic conditions near end of 2,300-mile ‘Walk for Peace’

Defying a major winter storm, Buddhist monks on a 2,300-mile "Walk for Peace" are braving freezing rain, sleet, and sub-20-degree temperatures across North Carolina.

Chicago Archdiocese reinstates priest following independent review of decades-old claim

The Archdiocese of Chicago has restored a priest to ministry after an independent review determined there was no reasonable cause to support a decades-old allegation of sexual abuse of a minor.

Pastor’s new anthem fires up Bears fans ahead of playoff showdown
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Pastor Bruce Kirk explains how he created a new Bears anthem, blending fandom, creativity, and AI just in time for Sunday’s playoff game against the Rams.

Pope Leo XIV calls for 'peace and consolation' in first Christmas Mass

Pope Leo XIV presided over his first Christmas Mass, calling for “peace and consolation" for victims of wars, injustice, political stability, religious persecution and terrorism.

Pope Leo disappointed in Illinois' new 'right to die' law
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Pope Leo XIV said Tuesday he was "very disappointed" that his home state of Illinois had approved a law allowing for medically assisted suicide, and he called for greater respect of life.

Faith leaders rally outside Chicago ICE office seeking access to Broadview detainees
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Catholic priests and other faith leaders gathered outside the ICE field office on Ida B. Wells Drive to call for access to the Broadview detention facility, saying repeated requests to provide religious services have gone unanswered.

Pope Leo names Joliet Bishop Ronald Hicks as new archbishop of New York
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Bishop Ronald Hicks, the current bishop of Joliet, Illinois, replaces the retiring Cardinal Timothy Dolan, a prominent conservative figure in the U.S. Catholic hierarchy.

Pope Leo XIV names fellow Chicagoan as new archbishop of New York

Pope Leo XIV on Thursday made his most important U.S. appointment to date, naming a fellow Chicagoan as the next archbishop of New York to lead one of the biggest U.S. archdioceses.

Pastors demand relief as Cook County property tax deadline hits homeowners hard
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With the second Cook County property tax payment due Monday, pastors and civil rights leaders are calling for a 60-day extension, penalty freeze, and rollback of sharp increases hitting West and South Side homeowners.

Faith outweighs immigration fears as thousands celebrate Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Hundreds of thousands of worshippers are braving the cold tonight to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, one of the largest Catholic gatherings in the nation and a cornerstone of faith for many Latino families.