Bible study leader gets 10 years for repeated assaults on young girl at Pennsylvania church
East Drumore Township, PA – As she sat in a church classroom at just 7 years old, a girl was repeatedly assaulted by the man trusted to teach her Bible lessons. Michael…
Catholic church honors more than 200 couples during Wedding Anniversary Mass in Newark
NEWARK, N.J. — More than 200 couples celebrating 50, 25, and five years of marriage were recognized during a special Wedding Anniversary Mass held June 1 at the Cathedral Basilica of the…
Former church bookkeeper pleads guilty to stealing nearly $293K from Morris County parishes
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — A former parish bookkeeper admitted in court to stealing nearly $293,000 from two Morris County churches over a six-year period, prosecutors said. Melissa Rivera, 60, of Haskell, pleaded guilty…
Church honors fallen service members at Memorial Day Mass in North Arlington
NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. — Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, led a Memorial Day Mass on Monday at Holy Cross Cemetery to honor U.S. military personnel who died in service…
Pedestrian struck near St. Joseph’s Church in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Emergency personnel responded Saturday evening to a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in front of St. Joseph’s Church on Hooper Avenue, prompting a road closure and an active…
Man found shot and killed in wrecked car on Church Street
MILLVILLE, N.J. — A man died Saturday night after being shot and crashing his vehicle on the 900 block of Church Street, prompting a joint homicide investigation by local and county law…
Bomb threat at New Jersey Catholic Church prompts evacuation
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ — A reported bomb threat at St. Al’s Church and its adjacent school on Monday led to a full evacuation of the property by Jackson Township police. No injuries…
Catholic Church working with NYPD in Brooklyn rectory child sexual assault case
QUEENS, NY — A part-time church employee who coordinated altar servers at a Queens parish was arrested earlier this month after an abuse allegation was reported to the Diocese of Brooklyn, officials…
New Jersey church worker charged with sex trafficking and forced labor
ORANGE, N.J. — A federal grand jury has indicted two church leaders from Orange, New Jersey, on charges of sex trafficking, forced labor, and conspiracy, following a years-long investigation into alleged human…
Two electrocuted after ladder hits power line at Maryland church
Two men died Tuesday morning in a tragic accident involving a power line while performing work on the roof of a church in Prince George’s County, according to police. The incident occurred…
Florida woman indicted for allegedly stealing $80K from Long Island church
SUFFOLK COUNTY, N.Y. — A Florida woman and former church bookkeeper has been indicted on grand larceny charges after prosecutors say she embezzled approximately $80,000 from a Selden church for personal use,…
The Catholic Church has a chance to redeem itself with strong, but compassionate choice for new Pope
The recent passing of the pope has left the Catholic Church at a pivotal moment. With over 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide, the selection of the next pontiff is not merely a matter…
Christ Lutheran Church celebrates 100 years of faith, community, and service in Great Kills
Christ Lutheran Church celebrates 100 years of faith, community, and service in Great Kills STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — On a record-warm March morning, Christ Lutheran Church in Great Kills was bustling with…
Unholy heist: New Jersey church bookkeeper charged with stealing nearly $300K
Key Points: MORRISTOWN, N.J. — A former church bookkeeper has been charged with stealing nearly $300,000 from two Roman Catholic parishes in Morris County over a six-year period, authorities announced Wednesday. Melissa…
Virginia man convicted of hate crime for attempted church shooting
HAYMARKET, Va. — A Virginia man was convicted Thursday of attempting to obstruct a church congregation’s religious practices through a violent attack, federal prosecutors announced. After a four-day trial, a federal jury…
New Jersey Church Lays Off 195 Workers After $18 Million Cut from US AID Used to Fund Illegal Aliens
HIGHLAND PARK, N.J. — The jig is up for a New Jersey church that has received tens of millions of dollars in U.S. AID relief money to help illegal aliens resettle across…
New Jersey church with ties to Phil Murphy received $18 million in federal funding to shelter migrants
HIGHLAND PARK, N.J. — A New Jersey church that received $18 million in federal aid to resettle migrants is now struggling after its funding was cut off, leaving its programs in crisis.…
Police Manhunt for Suspect in Church Construction Heist
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man suspected of stealing toolboxes from a church on January 17, 2025, Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda Sr.…
Man sought in burglary of St. John the Evangelist Church in Center City
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Police are searching for a suspect involved in a burglary at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Center City, where a valuable religious artifact was stolen over the…
Man Arrested for Arson at Cumberland Church
Man Arrested for Arson at Cumberland Church **Cumberland, MD** – A man has been arrested in connection with the deliberate burning of a tree at Radiant Life Church located on Park Street…
Man arrested for arson after setting tree ablaze at Cumberland church
ALLEGANY COUNTY, Md. — A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the intentional burning of a tree at Radiant Life Church in Cumberland, Maryland, following an investigation that involved surveillance…
Police Manhunt for Suspect identified in theft of 9/11 memorial rose from Manhattan church
NEW YORK — Police are searching for a 21-year-old man in connection with the theft of a gold-plated metal rose from the 9/11 Memorial inside the Church of St. Francis of Assisi…
Toms River man arrested after dropping gun in church, falsely claiming to be police officer
POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ — A Toms River man was arrested Sunday morning after allegedly dropping a gun inside a church and falsely claiming to be a law enforcement officer, authorities said.…
Priest Pleads Guilty to Felony Theft of Church Donations
Priest Pleads Guilty to Felony Theft of Church Donations **HARRISBURG, PA** – Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that George Athanasiou, a Washington County-based priest, has pleaded guilty to felony theft. Athanasiou was…
Archbishop Of Canterbury Resigns Over Church Abuse Scandal
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby announced Tuesday that he is stepping down from his position due to a church abuse scandal, according to a statement. The archbishop emphasized his sense of shame…
D.C. Police Arrest Suspect in Southeast Church Burglary
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Police have arrested a man suspected of breaking into a church in Southeast Washington, the Metropolitan Police Department announced. The arrest took place on October 27 after an employee…
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