Francis commented on critics of his papacy when he received a copy of a new book about his detractors in the United States, those who loathe his outreach to migrants, his denunciation of free-market capitalism and his relaxation of church rules on the death penalty.

In 1939, Rhoda Wise claimed she was healed of a terminal illness, experienced stigmata and that Jesus Christ visited her as she suffered in bed.

A niche industry trains civilians to protect their churches using the techniques and equipment of law enforcement.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints also cautions members that that vaping is banned despite the alluring flavors.

The Vatican admits even the archbishop on Guam was a pedophile, while he says his accusers are bearing false witness.

Some 20,000 U.S. citizens and residents were expected to take part in this year’s hajj.