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Pope Leo had lobe of lung removed as doctors found cancer, Vatican says

BY REUTERS — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:40:44 GMT

The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo has lung cancer following surgery to remove part of his right lung. Doctors said more information is needed to determine the cancer's stage and prognosis.

Friends of Zion says October 7 broadcast reached 250 million in 176 countries

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:02:49 GMT

More than 1,000 Christian leaders and influencers took part in the weeklong Israel summit, which included a Jerusalem memorial and meetings with former hostages at the Nova site.

Christian tourists buy West Bank settlement goods in protest of European trade restrictions

BY GABRIEL COLODRO/THE MEDIA LINE — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:27:00 GMT

ICEJ visitors turned purchases into a show of solidarity as Ireland and the Netherlands enforce new restrictions, and Norway weighs a broader trade ban.

Pope Leo announces upcoming surgery for small growth on lung

BY REUTERS — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 13:57:25 GMT

Leo told pilgrims in St. Peter's Square for his weekly Sunday prayer that the growth was "well-contained" and caught at an early stage.

Miss Israel Melanie Shiraz joins 1,000 Christian leaders in Jerusalem for Oct. 7 anniversary summit

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:04:46 GMT

Participants will meet released hostages, bereaved families and survivors of the Nova massacre during a week of events intended to strengthen ties between Israel and Christian communities.

Thousands of Christians visit West Bank settlements in support after European sanctions, trade bans

BY TZVI JASPER — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:47:46 GMT

"The laws enacted in Europe against purchasing products from Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria are antisemitism, pure and simple," a Norwegian Christian leader said.

Protesters block road into Catholic area of Northern Ireland after court approves Protestant parade

BY REUTERS — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:54:56 GMT

Northern Ireland's Parades Commission on Friday permitted the Protestant Orange Order group to march along the Garvaghy Road, a Catholic enclave in the largely Protestant town of Portadown.

Thousands of Christians set to arrive in Jerusalem for Sukkot celebrations

BY ARIELLA ROITMAN — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 21:56:03 GMT

The conference will be held amid “deeply troubling sanctions” against Jews in the West Bank, according to International Christian Embassy Jerusalem’s president.

For Zion’s Sake: Why two Catholic theologians are taking a stand for Israel

BY JONATHAN FELDSTEIN — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:26:04 GMT

Today’s silence conjures memories of past pontifical silence during the Holocaust. For Jews and Christian Zionists, Pope Pius XII's silence remains a harrowing memory and indictment.

Christian Zionists ignore reality of West Bank living, Palestinian Christian leaders say

BY RUSADIKMAN AND MAYA ZANGER-SHAMIR — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:31:06 GMT

Palestinian Christian leaders told CNN that US Christian Zionists ignore their experiences and fund West Bank settlements, while Mike Huckabee defended evangelical support for Israel.

Many Christian Arabs proud to be part of Israeli society, ambassador to Christian World says

BY SAM HALPERN — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:44:49 GMT

Deek’s comments referred to a May public-opinion survey of Arab citizens of Israel published by Tel Aviv University’s Konrad Adenauer Program for Jewish-Arab Cooperation.

'Does JD stand for Jew Defamer?': Evangelical leader urges Trump to reject Vance's Israel remarks

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:19:17 GMT

"As the global plague of Jew-hatred continues to grow on our shores, we must be extremely careful... to measure our words very carefully," Christian leader Laurie Cardoza-Moore said.

A future pope will 'welcome us back', says priest from excommunicated antisemitic Catholic sect

BY REUTERS — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 15:27:17 GMT

The Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) - a rebel group of ultra-conservative Catholics - was excommunicated after four bishops were ordained without Pope Leo's approval on Wednesday.

Christian converts still face discrimination, arrests in Egypt, US State Dept. confirms

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:10:57 GMT

American estimates suggest that around 10% of Egypt’s population was Christian as of 2022, though the exact figures are difficult to gather, as noted by the report.

Christian Zionists confront a crisis inside their own camp - analysis

BY GABRIEL COLODRO/THE MEDIA LINE — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:45:17 GMT

At the ICEJ Jerusalem Summit, pastors, theologians, and Jewish leaders warned that antisemitism and replacement theology are gaining ground inside parts of the Christian world.

Bipartisan lawmakers, faith leaders gather on Capitol Hill for Jerusalem Day celebration

BY THE MEDIA LINE STAFF — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:10:22 GMT

Organizers said the event highlighted bipartisan American support for Jerusalem and the relationship between the United States and Israel.

In Madrid, Pope calls for compassion towards 'every human being'

BY REUTERS — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:02:56 GMT

The pope also expressed hope earlier that Madrid would "remain a welcoming and inclusive city, where social life is inspired by genuine human values."

‘Thank God you’re all here’: Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast draws foreign delegations despite war

BY GABRIEL COLODRO/THE MEDIA LINE — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 22:06:04 GMT

Foreign delegations reached Jerusalem despite limited flights, giving this year’s prayer gathering a sharper message of faith, politics and support for Israel.

Patriarch Theophilos III, Trump to discuss protection of Christians, freedom of worship

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:52:37 GMT

The Patriarch will also be making an official visit to Greece and an expected visit to Russia in the coming week as part of this broader effort to support Christian communities.

A Lebanese Christian fled from Hezbollah - and found refuge in Israel

BY JONATHAN FELDSTEIN — Sat, 30 May 2026 09:48:27 GMT

On May 24-25, we marked the anniversary of Israel’s hasty withdrawal from Lebanon in 2000, and with it, bringing thousands of Lebanese Christians to Israel. Here is the story of one young man.

Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast at 10: Moral Courage of Christians Needed as Jews Face Danger

BY FELICE FRIEDSON/THE MEDIA LINE — Tue, 26 May 2026 22:18:32 GMT

Albert Veksler, global JPB director, talks about rising antisemitism, Christian mobilization, and why Israel can no longer afford to think only defensively

Pope Leo apologizes for Church's historic role in slavery

BY REUTERS — Mon, 25 May 2026 17:17:49 GMT

The remarks mark the most explicit papal admission to date of institutional responsibility, going beyond Pope Francis's condemnation of modern-day slavery.

Thousands gather on National Mall for Trump-backed 'Rededicate 250' national prayer event

BY JONAH DAVIDOV — Mon, 18 May 2026 02:03:16 GMT

The day-long, faith-focused rally transformed the historic space into a venue for prayer and national reflection.

Armenian Quarter residents descend from genocide survivors, bishop says ahead of exclusive tours

BY SAM HALPERN — Wed, 06 May 2026 16:43:36 GMT

Dating back nearly two millennia, the Armenian Church’s presence in Jerusalem is widely considered the longest unbroken Christian presence in the Old City.

Israel appoints new envoy to Christian world after Lebanese Jesus statue, Pizzaballa controversies

BY TZVI JASPER — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:26:51 GMT

The new appointment, George Deek, had previously been Israel's ambassador to Azerbaijan. He was also, the Foreign Ministry noted, Israel's first Christian ambassador in history.

Nationwide Bible reading event marks 250 years of scripture in America

BY THE MEDIA LINE STAFF — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:50:13 GMT

The Museum of the Bible hosts "America Reads the Bible," a weeklong event with 500 participants reading Scripture, featuring contributions from figures in politics, media, and entertainment.

Pope Leo to begin 10-day Africa tour on mission to spotlight continent's needs

BY REUTERS — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:26:15 GMT

The Pope will visit Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea on a tour that will cover 11 cities and towns, spanning nearly 18,000 km (11,185 miles) across 18 flights.

'A beacon of tolerance': Holy Fire ceremony marked in Jerusalem's Old City

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 00:49:48 GMT

Jerusalem's Municipality had worked with the Tourism and Interior Ministries to prepare for the event, with Mayor Moshe Lion extending his blessing to the Jerusalem Christian community.

Police reach agreement with Latin Patriarchate to allow limited groups in Church of Holy Sepulchre

BY TZVI JASPER AND ASHER SMITH — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 16:00:23 GMT

Israel's Foreign Ministry and the Prime Minister's Office announced that the police would be working on a security plan to enable the church leaders to worship at the holy site in upcoming days.

Pope Leo says God rejects prayers of leaders who wage wars, says they have 'hands full of blood'

BY REUTERS — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 15:43:00 GMT

"This is our God: Jesus, King of Peace, who rejects war, whom no one can use to justify war," Pope Leo, the first US pope, told crowds.