The first installment of an essay series on literature and faith. Credit...Nada Hayek Supported by By Ayana Mathis I am a child of the church. In an early memory, I am 6 years old, half-asleep in the ...

Spiritual meditation is used across the globe in countless religions and cultures. Some use it for stress and relaxation, others use it to clear their minds, and some use it to awaken and deepen their ...

Addressing the issues impacting African Americans today and advocating for change. American Black Journal’s "Black Church in Detroit" series examines the power of the prophetic voice of the Black ...

On March 5, many Christians around the world will begin their Lenten observance, commemorating Jesus’ 40-day journey toward his crucifixion. There are many ways to understand his death, but little ...

Editor’s note: “The Spiritual Life with Fr. James Martin, S.J.,” is a new podcast from America Media that focuses on how people experience God in their prayer and their daily lives. To accompany each ...