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Stella Parton says Dolly Parton’s final request before her Aug. 25 death was for prayer; the country icon privately battled cancer, even offering to take experimental drugs to help others, and she remained at peace with the journey, wanting fans not to worry.
Dolly Parton died at 80 after a brief cancer battle she kept private; her sister Stella told CBS Mornings that the last thing Dolly asked for was prayers, and she chose not to disclose details of her illness publicly. She had postponed Las Vegas shows in 2025 for health procedures, and her husband Carl Dean died earlier that year. Stella praised Dolly as sweet, kind, talented and generous, and said Dolly hoped her legacy would inspire young people to dream big as she prepared to be with her parents in the afterlife.
Nearly 5,000 Gary homes remain without power into a third week after severe storms, as church services and prayers frame residents’ response. Mayor Eddie Melton and local leaders press NIPSCO for faster, more transparent restoration while state and federal relief efforts are discussed to address food, housing, and other impacts amid ongoing outages.
Patricia Heaton recounts becoming sober eight years ago after a mortifying moment—nearly finishing a bottle while hosting her sons and their friends—that led her to pray for help to stop drinking. She credits turning to her Catholic faith and surrendering to God as pivotal, a journey that began while her children were away during the pandemic era and eventually helped her become a World Vision ambassador and shape her life and career.
Medjugorje's parish condemned overnight vandalism that damaged a Marian image and lit an outdoor altar on fire, urging believers to respond with prayer, fasting and forgiveness rather than revenge; the shrine remains open, repairs are underway, and police have arrested a suspect as investigators seek motive and possible links to other acts.
President Donald Trump and several White House aides are scheduled to attend a Washington, D.C., prayer gathering, underscoring the administration’s emphasis on faith-forward events.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth hosted his first Pentagon monthly Christian service amid the Iran war, praying for violence to strike those who deserve no mercy, a stance that has intensified scrutiny of religious influence in the military and prompted a lawsuit over church-state separation; the piece also notes CREC ties and Hegseth’s push to reform the chaplain corps, including narrowing the list of recognized religious affiliations.
The Episcopal Church’s Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe released a bilingual letter reacting to the US-Israel military strike on Iran, expressing alarm at the conflict despite negotiations, and urging prayers for the safety of Episcopalians abroad, the people of the Holy Land (including Iran), and for peace in the region. He notes Bishop Jeffrey Mello and pilgrims in Jerusalem are safe, references the Diocese of Iran, mourns Iranian repression, and shares a prayer for peace.
Pope Leo XIV addressed young people in Rome, emphasizing the importance of seeking truth, authentic relationships, and the transformative power of prayer, especially in overcoming loneliness and superficial connections in the digital age.
Micah Kim, the 5-year-old son of Catholic speaker Paul Kim, passed away after a severe medical emergency caused by the flu, despite successful surgery and medical efforts. The family received widespread prayer support from the Catholic community worldwide, and Paul Kim expressed faith and hope amid their grief, acknowledging Micah's eternal life in God's presence.
Pope Leo, in his first Angelus address of 2026, called for global and familial peace through prayer, emphasizing hope, conversion of hearts to God, and the example of Mary and Christ's Heart as models for transforming pain into peace and forgiveness.
Pope Leo XIV visited the Basilica of St. Mary Major to pray at the tomb of Pope Francis and the Salus Populi Romani icon, paying homage and offering prayers for his predecessor and recent deceased church leaders, while also celebrating a Mass for Pope Francis and others who have passed away.
Barry Windham asked fans to pray for WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda, who has been moved to hospice care amid family tragedies, including the loss of his son Bray Wyatt and ongoing health struggles.
Justin Bieber's mother, Pattie Mallette, publicly prays for his well-being and healing on social media, expressing her support and blessings, shortly after Bieber shares a philosophical reflection on grace and effort.
Dolly Parton's sister has called for prayers as the singer, who is dealing with health problems and has postponed her Las Vegas residency, remains optimistic about her recovery and future performances.