RELIGION
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Pope Francis says ‘everyone will calm down’ about same-sex blessings
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — In a lengthy interview published in an Italian newspaper on Monday (Jan. 29), Pope Francis made…
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UN court orders Israel to prevent genocide in Gaza but stops short of ordering cease-fire
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The United Nations’ top court on Friday ordered Israel to do all it can to…
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Coexistence initiatives in Israel tentatively resume as Arabs and Jews live side by side amid war
JERUSALEM (RNS) — On the morning of Oct. 7, when air raid sirens in Jerusalem warned of incoming rockets, the…
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Rabbi Sharon Brous and “The Amen Effect”
In times of conflict and division, we all look for inspiration in different places. And for so many, it’s faith…
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Converts are Jewish. Period.
(RNS) — I thought the need for this conversation would have disappeared. Like, a few decades ago. I cannot believe…
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Dozens of Black churches receive total of $4 million for historic preservation
(RNS) — Thirty-one Black churches have received a total of $4 million to help preserve their buildings and the Black…
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Bishop T.D. Jakes continues longtime commitment to Md. revival in wake of rumors
UPPER MARLBORO, Md. (RNS) — On the stage of First Baptist Church of Glenarden International, Bishop T.D. Jakes didn’t spend…
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Why I am obsessed with an ancient story about giant frogs
(RNS) — If you are Jewish — and, frankly, even if you are not — think about the last time…
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Rep. Don Beyer on Faith and Democracy
The new year presents a chance to reflect on significant issues for our society and democracy. In this election…
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The world must confront the sexual violence of Oct. 7
(RNS) — There is an expression: “I wish I could un-see that.” Trigger warning: There are not enough trigger warnings…
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