Religion

Though young people follow influencers for religion and spirituality content, they also look to adults for guidance as they explore faith-related ideas, according to the study.

A UCLA study examined the preferences and media consumption of young people regarding religious and spiritual topics.

The Kentucky pastor decried “misinformation” after his house of worship drew criticism over a video showing staffers leading a mock firing squad.

Victor Wembanyama stepped off the court for a moment before Game 1 of the NBA Finals, accepted greetings from a handful of well-wishers in San Antonio Spurs jerseys, then bowed his head to join them in a quick prayer. They’re the Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco.

As an elementary school student at the Islamic Center of San Diego in the early aughts, Sarah Youssef said she doesn’t remember there being guards on patrol or gates keeping out danger.

Increased patrols around mosques and other houses of worship in Los Angeles County remained in effect Tuesday a day after two teen shooters opened fire in a deadly attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Three people were killed in the attack. The two suspected shooters, believed to be ages 17 and 19, also are dead from what authorities…

Police say two teenagers opened fire at a San Diego mosque, killing three people. Brittany Hope reports for the NBC4 News at 6 a.m. on May 19, 2026.

Vance, who is Catholic, said the pope was wrong in saying Jesus wasn’t on the side of those who wield the sword, pointing to the U.S.’ helping defeat the Nazis during World War II.

This Sunday marks the start of Holy Week. This video was broadcast on the NBC4 News at 7 a.m. on March 29, 2026. 

Holy Week begins Sunday with Palm Sunday, which commemorates Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem shortly before his death. English-language Masses will be celebrated at 7:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. and a Spanish-language Mass at 12:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in downtown Los Angeles. The Masses will begin outdoors on the Cathedral Plaza for the…

The Muslim holy month of Ramadan is drawing to an end and Muslims around the world will soon start celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr.

Catholic priests in Rhode Island preyed on hundreds of children for decades, getting away with sexual abuse largely due to a system where bishops prioritized minimizing scandal as the diocese maintained a secret archive to conceal the revelation of more victims.

Purim is widely depicted as the most joyful of Jewish holidays — highlighted by celebrations that include costumes, skits and noisemakers.

Holi is the Hindu festival of colors, which celebrates love, renewal and rejuvenation.

The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals voted 12-6 to lift a block that a lower court first placed on the law in 2024.

Christians will observe Ash Wednesday today, ushering in the 40-day season of Lent, when the faithful prepare for Easter by doing penance for sins and seeking spiritual renewal through prayer, discipline and good works.

Observant Muslims the world over will soon be united in a ritual of daily fasting from dawn to sunset as the Islamic holy month of Ramadan starts.

For many Christians, this week brings Ash Wednesday, a solemn day of fasting and reflection that signals the start of Lent.

Their simple message of promoting mindfulness and inner peace has resonated in the U.S. as a welcome respite from conflict and political divisions.

Orthodox branches of Judaism generally don’t allow women to be rabbis, but Reform and Conservative, the largest movements in the U.S., permit it.