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More than half of Dutch 'not religious'

For the first time in the Netherlands' history, the number of Dutch who consider themselves “religious” is less those who don't, a survey shows. Citing Statistics Netherlands, local media reported Monday that 49 percent of Dutch aged 15 or older said they belong to a religious group; 51 percent said they are not religious.

Religions | 2018-10-23 13:37

Christians seek solace in prayer after Indonesia disasters

Christians dressed in their tidiest clothes flocked to Sunday sermons in the earthquake and tsunami damaged Indonesian city of Palu, hoping for answers to the double tragedy that inflicted deep trauma on their community.

Religions | 2018-10-07 17:29

Jogye Order has new leader amid rift

Ven. Wonhaeng was elected as new leader of the nation's largest Buddhist sect Jogye Order, Friday, to fill the leadership void following Seoljeong's resignation.

Religions | 2018-09-28 22:38

Three pathways in central Seoul officially named holy Catholic sites

Three historic Catholic locations in central Seoul will be officially authorized by the Vatican as new world Catholic pilgrimage destinations, the Catholic Church's Seoul archdiocese said Wednesday.

Religions | 2018-09-05 19:22

Pope Francis is facing calls to resign

Last March, Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano dined on the outskirts of Rome at the home of a conservative Italian Catholic journalist. Over pasta, fish and white wine, the prelate poured out his concern for the future of the Roman Catholic Church.

Religions | 2018-08-31 09:20

Thousands of 'Moonies' marry in mass wedding [VIDEO]

On Monday, about 1,000 couples were married at a ceremony in Gapyeong, northeast of Seoul, while another 3,000 couples renewed vows. In all, 64 nationalities were represented.

Religions | 2018-08-28 13:45

Honoring female independence fighters underway

Most independence fighters Koreans remember today are men. However, there were many women who were forgotten.As Wednesday marks the 73rd anniversary of Korea's Liberation Day, some students and activists have launched a campaign to honor these forgotten heroes.

Historic Visit | 2018-08-14 16:58

Leadership vacuum intensifies infighting in Jogye Order

A clash between the supporters of Ven. Seoljeong, president of the nation's largest Buddhist sect Jogye Order, and a rival faction seeking to bring him down and revamp the sect, seems to be inevitable.

Religions | 2018-08-12 16:48

Jogye Order leader to step down soon

Ven. Seoljeong, president of the Jogye Order, Korea's largest Buddhist sect, said Wednesday that he would soon step down to take responsibility for corruption allegations surrounding him.

Religions | 2018-08-01 19:26

Church leaders urge gov't to scrap 'pro-homosexual' policy

A group of Protestant church leaders urged the government to stop its attempts to implement policies in favor of lesbian, gay bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people.Staging a protest in front of Cheong Wa Dae in Seoul, Wednesday, the leaders of 21 Protestant denominations demanded the government withdraw the National Action Plan for Human Rights which is expected to be approv...

Religions | 2018-08-01 17:22

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