Faithful Carry Lord of Miracles Through D.C.
Hundreds joined the Oct. 25 procession of the Lord of Miracles through Washington, D.C., following a Mass at Sacred Heart Parish.
Washington Religion News
Across Washington, coverage here takes in faith communities, religious leaders, congregations and holiday observances. It follows how religion shapes civic life in the city and the communities around it.
Catholicism
Cardinal McElroy Urges Humility at Deacon Mass
At a Mass for deacons and their wives in Washington, the cardinal preached on Christian humility as portraits of seven candidates for sainthood were displayed.
Judaism
Live Poll
Should universities be held legally responsible for addressing antisemitism on their campuses?
Plaintiffs Refiled Antisemitism Lawsuit Against GWU
The amended lawsuit follows a judge's procedural dismissal of an earlier, longer complaint filed against the university.
Islam
Live Poll
Should employers be required to accommodate the religious grooming practices of their staff?
Judge Allowed Firefighters' Religious Claims
A federal court will permit claims regarding religious facial hair grooming policies against D.C. fire officials.
Christianity
Cathedral Prays for Ukrainian Children
The U.S. National Cathedral in Washington held an All Saints' Day prayer service for Ukrainian children in partnership with the Ukrainian embassy.
Hinduism
Armenian Ambassador Attends New BAPS Mandir Ceremony
Ambassador Narek Mkrtchyan and Congressman Glenn Ivey participated in the ground-breaking for a local Hindu temple.
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Coverage takes in congregations responding to local social issues, statements from religious leaders, observances tied to the calendar and the community work churches and faith groups carry out. Reporting reaches across the city and into the communities around it wherever a faith story crosses the line. Religious institutions in the capital often engage directly with federal policy debates, which gives local faith stories a national dimension. Charitable outreach and housing or shelter work are the threads that most often tie congregations to broader city concerns.