Philadelphia

Ever since 9/11, American Muslims have struggled with whether they should stay under the radar or assert their identity. Despite the discrimination that has risen to the surface since that terrible day, their ranks in the U.S. have grown substantially...

As African American churches sell their buildings and move, the ripple effect is being felt in both the neighborhoods where they relocate and those they vacate. Source: As Philly neighborhoods gentrify, black churches lose their base and leave

"Our Bible" is a new app that includes more than 300 devotionals, podcasts and essays geared toward LGBTQ Christians and progressive people of faith. Source: Philly app creator offers digital sanctuary for Christians alienated by churches - Philly

The 40-year-old found sanctuary at the United Methodist Church on Broad and Arch streets shortly after President Donald Trump was elected into office. Source: After 11 Months Hiding in a Philadelphia Church, Undocumented Immigrant Javier Flores Garcia...

Francis made the unannounced visit on the last day of his six-day trip to the U.S., which will conclude with a huge Mass in Philadelphia. Source: Pope Unexpectedly Meets With Victims Of Sex Abuse : NPR

Papal-themed parties are taking place throughout Philadelphia and other cities where the pope will be visiting. Source: Pope Francis’ Visit Offers a Reason to Party - The New York Times

Pope Francis arrives in the US on Tuesday, September 22nd, for five busy days in Washington, New York, and Philadelphia. Managing editor Kim Lawton asks American Catholics about the beliefs that shape the Pope's view of the world, and Stephen Schneck and...

Production companies helping orchestrate the planning of Pope Francis’s visit have to balance the needs of bishops, pop stars, politicians and a million pilgrims. Source: In Philadelphia, Putting on a Show for a Holy Headliner - The New York Times