Comments from a respected Dominican theologian that they could be punishment for legalizing same-sex unions spark debate — and strong censure from the Vatican. Norcia's statue of St. Benedict in front ...

It’s been a time of calamities: Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, flooding in South Asia and Africa and a massive earthquake in Mexico have led to widespread devastation around the globe. Some people seem ...

A drama series by the name of Makafat was aired on Geo TV recently, in which divine retribution is the mainstay. Some of its episodes highlighted important social issues but some were rather farcical ...

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An Austrian pastor who has been quoted as calling Hurricane Katrina God's punishment for sin in New Orleans is being promoted to the rank of bishop. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited ...