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Martin meeting with Pope offers chance of reset after past ‘difficult’ relations with Vatican

TAOISEACH MICHEÁL MARTIN will today meet with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, for what will be the first meeting between a pontiff and a Taoiseach since 2018. Back in 2018, then-Taoiseach Leo Varadkar had a brief and private meeting with the late Pope Francis …

Encyclical’s 224 references: Tolkien, Frankl, Montessori, etc.

Pope Leo XIV’s new encyclical weaves secular icons and modern thinkers into Catholic social teaching, drawing from an unexpected pool of 224 references. Tolkien, Marie Curie, Viktor Frankl, Plato, Guernica, Schindler’s List, and Maria Montessori ... In his …

Swiss bishops back ban on LGBT conversion measures, cite ‘spiritual abuse’ risk

The Swiss Bishops' Conference has endorsed a national legal ban on so-called conversion measures aimed at people who identify as LGBT while insisting that legitimate pastoral care, counseling, and psychotherapy be expressly shielded from any …

Sisters and Friends: The Medieval Nuns of Syon Abbey

Illustration by Brewminate with AI,  Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International license Syon Abbey’s medieval nuns built a disciplined religious community shaped by friendship, devotion, learning, shared labor, and …

We All Bleed The Same Calls Christians To Confront Racism Through Faith, Unity, And Biblical Truth

Dr. Robert Newman examines God's view of human equality and challenges believers to turn biblical beliefs into actions reflecting Christ's love for all people. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. …

The Hollow Altar: A Confessional Lutheran Invitation to Weary Evangelicals Offers a Path Home

Larry Herzog Jr. guides spiritually hungry evangelicals toward a deeper understanding of Christian worship, sacramental life, and confessional Lutheran faith. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Larry …

The Night Patrolman Delivers a Supernatural Thriller Spanning Darkness, Faith, and Survival

Phillip Martin Jr. crafts an action-driven fantasy thriller that blends vampires, faith, and adventure into a gripping battle between light and darkness. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Phillip Martin Jr. …

“Highways, Ditches, and Dirt Roads” Offers a Powerful Reflection on Life’s Unexpected Journey

Alfred Unger explores how setbacks, disappointments, and unplanned detours can become the very roads that lead to hope, growth, and deeper purpose. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alfred Unger announces the …

The Conflict, The Astronaut and The Messenger Explores Truth, Confusion, and Faith

Robert Muller offers a faith-centered study of Genesis, spiritual truth, and the roots of confusion among believers seeking deeper biblical clarity. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Robert Muller introduces The …

Christian Asset Retrieval Reveals How Ministries and Individuals Can Recover Overlooked Funds

Randall Stephens shares decades of expertise helping churches, ministries, businesses, and individuals locate and reclaim assets that may belong to them. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Randall Stephens …

Gear Up! Brings Fresh Insight to the Armor of God Through History, Theology, and Practical Experience

Peter Fuller combines biblical scholarship and firsthand expertise with ancient armor to offer a unique perspective on spiritual warfare and Christian readiness NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Peter Fuller …

The Same, But Different: Ministry and the Quaker Pastor Offers a Timely View of Faithful Leadership

Phil Baisley presents a thoughtful resource for Friends pastors, faith leaders, and readers seeking a clearer understanding of Quaker ministry today. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Phil Baisley, a recorded …

Modern Psalms Offers a Contemporary Poetic Reflection on Faith, Hope, and the Human Experience

Ken Hinkley blends poetry and Scripture to encourage readers through life's struggles, joys, and moments of spiritual reflection and growth. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ken Hinkley presents Modern …

Wonderful Lives Or Wonderful People? Explores Divine Purpose In Suffering

Wayne Goates offers a faith-centered reflection for readers seeking spiritual light, hope, and understanding amid adversity, pain, failure, and loss. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wayne Goates introduces …

I Am Uniquely God's Child Celebrates Identity, Faith, and the Value of Every Individual

R. M. Dixon shares an uplifting story that encourages readers of all ages to embrace their purpose, recognize their worth, and celebrate God-given uniqueness. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- R. M. Dixon presents I …

His Strength, Your Story Guides Readers Toward Resilient Faith in Hard Seasons

Michael Binns offers a Christ-centered roadmap for weary readers seeking spiritual resilience, biblical rest, and identity through life’s hardest seasons. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michael Binns introduces His …

Youth Pastor Dr. Karla Nash Offers Spiritual Insights on Healing in 'Why Is There So Much Sickness In The Church?'

CHULA VISTA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Karla Nash, Youth Pastor, Clinical Psychologist, and counselor, is helping readers explore some of Christianity's most challenging questions through her book, "Why …

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American Humanitarian Group Delivers Critical Aid to Displaced Families This World Refugee Day

Zakat Foundation of America Response to Crisis BRIDGEVIEW, IL, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the world observes World Refugee Day, Zakat Foundation of America is calling attention to the staggering human cost of forced …

Free National Mall Workout to Celebrate America's 250th Invites All Fitness Levels

A MAHA-supported family-friendly event WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Americans can celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary by breaking a sweat June 28 at the Mega Strong Freedom Fit Fest, a free, …

SAIGON FOR SAIGON MOVEMENT Launches International Outreach Campaign Ahead of “SAIGON DAY 2026” in Little Saigon, CA

Montreal gathering calls on Vietnamese communities worldwide to participate in July 5 commemorative events marking 50 years since the renaming of Saigon WESTMINSTER, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SAIGON FOR SAIGON …

December 2026 Costa Rica Vedic Meditation Retreat and Learn to Meditate Course Announced by Meg Reynolds

Internationally Recognized Instructor Invites Seasoned Practitioners and First-Timers to Step Away from Daily Demands and Find Deep Rest in Costa Rica NOSARA, COSTA RICA, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Meg Reynolds has announced two back-to …

Andrew Gantt's New Book 'God's Kitchen Confidential' Dishes Out Unfiltered Truth on the Church's Broken Line

Chef, Pastor, and Author Andrew Gantt Uses the Heat of a Professional Kitchen to Challenge the Church to Serve with Excellence and Get Back on the Line. SPRINGFIELD, GA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Walk By Faith Publishing …

San Antonio River Foundation & River Authority Unveiled 'Presence of the Past' Honoring Legacy of St. James AME Church

The San Antonio River Foundation and River Authority unveiled Presence of the Past and Culture Crossing Pavilion, a new installation by artist Gordon Huether SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The San Antonio …