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DETROIT — Shots were fired at a West Bloomfield synagogue Thursday afternoon, prompting nearby schools to shelter in place and emergency officials to warn residents to avoid the area.

The synagogue is located at 5725 Walnut Lake Road, west of Orchard Lake Road and east of Drake. No injuries had been confirmed as of 1:40 p.m., according to ...Read more

Q: For Lent, I decided to embrace Pope Leo’s suggestion that we should disarm our language, avoiding harsh words and rash judgment. I am not Catholic; I am Italian Methodist, which, according to someone in the Diocese of Denver, is pretty much the same thing. Anyway, I know good papal advice when I hear it, so up until Sunday I was doing ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: In a culture that chases immediate satisfaction, it’s hard to teach my children the virtues of patience when I, myself, am impatient about everything. What is the key to learning what the Bible calls an attribute? – I.M.

A: Patience speaks of a person’s steadfastness when irritated or ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I enjoy going to a book club meeting every month, and sometimes the Bible is used as a resource. But the subject of Hell is completely rejected, saying that people misunderstand what Jesus taught on the matter, explaining that we can make bad decisions, and the consequences are the hell we encounter...Read more

SAN DIEGO — Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Bishop Emanuel Shaleta from his role governing the Chaldean Catholic Eparchy of St. Peter the Apostle of San Diego, Catholic officials announced one day after Shaleta’s arraignment on embezzlement charges.

His resignation was accepted in February and announced Tuesday, according to a ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Our country is so divided, and division highlights intolerance demonstrated by all people, whether in politics, sports, or conduct on airplanes. I can hear one side of an issue and agree with some of what people say. When I hear the other side, there are also some valid points. To say that one group...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Why is it necessary to read the Old Testament today? It is antiquated and kind of unnecessary. It doesn’t even say anything about Jesus. I think He wants us to live the best life we can, given the circumstances we face in the modern age. – O.T.

A: The Old Testament may not seem relevant to ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I am frustrated with my daughter for her unwillingness to forgive her husband for something that happened years ago. Until she found out about a lie he told, they had one of the best marriages; now it is falling to pieces. Shouldn’t people just learn to forgive and go on? – B.M.

A: It’s not ...Read more