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Luke’s vision of Jesus is deeply attuned to God’s compassion, justice and concern for those most impoverished and ...

Ash Wednesday marked the first day of Lent, which will last for six weeks up until Easter at the end of April. Here's when Easter and other related dates take place in 2025, as well as what they mean.

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Area houses of worship are invited to share their news for our free weekly listings. Email information to Mercury Editor Tony ...

Islamic scholars, Amir Ikhwan Awwal and Sheikh Abubakar Solaty, have called on both Muslims and Christians to use the ongoing ...