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Abbot Asked to Cover Cross at Western Wall as Attacks on Christians Increase

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A recent incident at the Western Wall in Jerusalem has stirred controversy and shed light on the increasing number of anti-Christian ... continue reading


Oldest Hebrew Inscription Discovered, and it's a Curse!

Image of The tablet was found on Mt. Ebal, and when scanned with X-rays, revealed an inscription that dates 200-year further than previous Hebrew writings.

Recently, a folded lead tablet containing an early Hebrew inscription was discovered on Mount Ebal near Nablus during an excavation in the ... continue reading



Prayers Needed as Devastating Earthquake hits Turkey

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A massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit the central region of Turkey on Monday, February 6, 2023. The disaster has caused widespread damage ... continue reading


Is this how Jesus really died? Discovery shows crucifixion was worse than we imagine Watch

Image of Jesus' execution may have been slightly worse than imagined with each heel getting its own spike.

A gruesome discovery in an Italian tomb has revealed more evidence of how the Romans performed crucifixions. The finding proves that Roman ... continue reading


Holy warriors of the Catholic Church: Templar artifacts discovered?

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A major crusader camp has been unearthed in Israel, possibly used just prior to the decisive Battle of Hattin, in 1187.  LOS ANGELES, ... continue reading


New evidence solves mystery of Sodom and Gomorrah

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Researchers from the University of California at Santa Barbara say they now know what caused the destruction of these biblical ... continue reading



Toilet from over 2 MILLENNIUM AGO found in Jerusalem

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Archaeologists in Israel have uncovered a private toilet that dates to seventh century B.C.E. Due to the era at which the toilet is ... continue reading


Catholic Nuns in Afghanistan ask for prayers Watch

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A group of Catholic nuns in Kabul are safe after the capital city of Afghanistan was taken by the Taliban Aug. 15, the president of a ... continue reading


Pope Francis calls for an end to surging violence in the Holy Land

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Pope Francis made an impassioned appeal Sunday for an end to surging violence in the Holy Land. Speaking after the recitation of the Regina ... continue reading


'Keep Praying': Pope Francis calls for Catholics to pray for our brothers and sisters in Iraq

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Pope Francis on Wednesday urged Catholics worldwide to keep praying for "our sorely tried brothers and sisters" in Iraq. Vatican City (CNA) ... continue reading


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