News and Views Articles by Religion News Service Search Language Topics Reset all filters The conclave was easy, say Francis allies, who see Leo as natural successor Link Religion News Service / June 11, 2025 Conclave Walter Brueggemann, influential biblical scholar, dies at 92 Link Religion News Service / June 6, 2025 Bible Abortion fight won, conservative Christians mimic Dobbs tactics to go after same-sex marriage Link Religion News Service / March 26, 2025 Catholic diocesan hermit approved by Kentucky bishop comes out as transgender Link Religion News Service / May 20, 2024 Before tackling troublesome issues, Pope Francis insists on synodality Link Religion News Service / March 21, 2024 To bless or not to bless? Link Religion News Service / January 24, 2024 Father Martin hopes to bring LGBTQ voices in synodal discussions Link Religion News Service / July 11, 2023 Pope Francis appoints men and women to build a synodal church Link Religion News Service / July 11, 2023 Catholic nuns’ letter declares trans people ‘beloved and cherished by God’ Link Religion News Service / March 31, 2023 Opposition to Respect for Marriage Act reflects bishops’ paranoia on religious freedom Link Religion News Service / December 13, 2022