Duterte calls for bishops to be killed
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Authorities are unsure about how to recover his body from the hostile locals.
Former Scientologist: Tom Cruise accused of knowing about abuse
A Scientology whistleblower says Cruise is worshipped as a "deity".
Study claims 'spiritual care' important in cancer treatment
Spiritual care involves talking about the "dark side of the soul stuff".
'Bad karma': SUV smashes into Auckland Buddhist Centre
One person has serious injuries after the crash.
Pastor talked his wife into suicide
The religious fanatic has been jailed for 10 years in a legal world-first conviction.
Focus: Protest at Parliament calling for the reinstatement of Jesus in Parliament's prayer
Protest at Parliament, attended by about 1000 church members, calling for the reinstatement of Jesus in Parliament's prayer.
Hundreds gather at Parliament to get Jesus back into Parliament prayer
Hundreds gather asking Speaker to add Jesus back into parliamentary prayer
Racist tirade: Wellington Mayor appalled by the woman's comments
"Her abuse in no way represents the views of the vast majority of Wellingtonians."
Speaker 'has no plans' to add Jesus back into Parliamentary prayer
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'White people only': Racist tirade upsets holidaying family
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Lights, camera, Jesus: Church at the movies
Going to church just turned into a whole new cinematic experience.
Details of family violence and assault within Gloriavale revealed
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Einstein's letter belittling God, religion to be auctioned
For decades, people had been debating the theorist's concept of religion.
The Pope suggests the Devil is behind sex abuse cover-up scandal
The head of the Catholic church said the Devil "had it in" for bishops.
$40k-a-month porn star finds God
Presley was one of the most successful porn stars, her new job couldn't be more different.
Church rejects inquiry recommendation
Australia's royal commission has been investigating since 2012.
Revealed: Church knew about predator priest for 28 years
The Catholic church knew in 1966 that the priest had been accused of molesting girls.
Pope's alleged cover-up pivots on when, if sanctions imposed
Archbishop of Washington has denied being informed about his predecessor's misconduct.
Scandal of cesspit babies: Bodies of 800 kids were thrown in a sewage tank by nuns
Pope's visit leads to calls for Catholic Church to exhume site at former home.
Rates bills for churches a 'bloody debacle'
Auckland churches have been shocked to receive rates bills for the first time.
Feud fears as pilgrimage begins
Saudi Arabia's feuds have spilled over into the hajj, annual Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca.
Vatican's 'shame and sorrow'
Statement says Pope on victims' side following report on decades of abuse.
'Weaponisation of faith': How Catholic priests preyed on children
One priest used a crucifix to beat boy, another boy had to pose naked as Jesus on a cross.
Scientology move for Cruise's son
Connor Cruise is following in his famous father's footsteps in a very significant way.
Church apologises for comments on abuse
Church apologises for comments implying parents bore responsibility for stopping abuse.
Church of England bishop calls for burqa ban
A senior bishop has called for a near-total ban on the wearing of burqas in public.
Gloriavale entitled to apply for taxpayer funding, Shane Jones says
No guarantee that wealthy religious sect will get funding.
Deported NZ pastor doesn't regret harassing Muslims
Logan Robertson says he's been making a documentary about 'exposing Islam'.
What Christianity's spread teaches us about social change
Christianity's spread across the Pacific offers valuable insights into human behaviour.
Turk fears religious, political persecution if deported
The former Kiwi student made anti-Islamist and anti-Turkish comments online.
Future of Transitional Cathedral decided, after parishioners leave over same sex marriage
The Anglican Church voted to allow the blessing of same sex marriages.
Duterte v God: President says he will resign if God proven to exist
President has also called God a 'son of a b****'.