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US Bankruptcy Court Approves $121M Clergy Abuse Settlement

A federal bankruptcy judge approved a $121 million reorganization plan for one of the oldest Roman Catholic dioceses in the U.S. as it tries to stem financial losses from clergy abuse claims that date back decades.

German Churches Save On Heat, Still Help the Needy Warm Up

Churches have joined in Germany’s efforts to save on heating costs this winter, forcing their congregations into ever more layers of clothing.

Israeli Archaeologists Excavating ‘Jesus Midwife’ Tomb

An ancient tomb traditionally associated with Jesus’ midwife is being excavated anew by archaeologists in the hills southwest of Jerusalem, the antiquities authority said Tuesday.

Pope Urges ‘Humble’ Christmas, With Savings Sent to Ukraine

Pope Francis called Wednesday for a “humble” Christmas this year, with savings from reduced spending on gifts donated to help the “suffering people of Ukraine.”

Texas Church Bus Accident Injures 16, Including 13 Kids

Sixteen people, including 13 children, were injured on Sunday after a small Texas church bus overturned near a Houston area apartment, according to authorities.

Priest Charged With Stealing $830,000 From Retired Priests

The Rev. David Rosenberg was arraigned Thursday on embezzlement charges and other crimes in Clinton County, north of Lansing, the attorney general's office said.

Ukraine Bans Religious Organizations With Links to Russia

Ukraine on Friday banned the activities of religious organizations “affiliated with centers of influence” in Russia and said it would examine the links between the Ukrainian and Russian Orthodox churches.

Far-Right Ben-Gvir To Be Israel’s National Security Minister

Extremist politician Itamar Ben-Gvir, who has a long record of anti-Arab rhetoric and stunts, will become Israel's next minister of national security.

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