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Trump’s rise and GOP economics may shift Catholic Church’s priorities
A conference featuring leading voices from the U.S. hierarchy may be a preview of a new agenda that opposes Republican plans.
Canadian mayor dons turban and dances for religious tolerance
A video of the mayor of Whitehorse, the Yukon Territory capital, learning how to wear a Sikh turban has gone viral.
Donald Trump is bringing Billy Graham’s complicated family back into White House circles
After eight years of Obama, the Grahams will once again be connected to the White House beginning with Trump’s inauguration, at which Franklin Graham will read Scripture.
Bethlehem shrine’s treasures being restored
Around 170 experts have been working on the restoration of the Church of the Nativity, built above what’s believed to be the birthplace of Jesus.
My prayer on Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Lord, forgive us the sin of patience
“There’s a time for reconciliation, for prayers for unity and healing. This is not such an hour,” writes retired United Methodist Bishop Will Willimon.
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Le Pen slams rival Fillon over use of religion in politics
PARIS (Reuters) In an interview with France 2 Television ahead of the presidential election in April, the National Front leader evoked the French principle of secularism in public life.
McDonald’s next to Vatican to offer free meals to the homeless
The move could help to defuse the controversy over a fast food joint opening in the shadow of St. Peter's Basilica.
First synagogue in 500 years to open in Sicily
At an official ceremony today, the Catholic Archdiocese of Palermo will transfer a chapel to the Jewish community.
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What’s missing in teaching about Islam
Educators, especially within the arts and humanities, have an important role to play in promoting an understanding of Islam’s cultural impact that helps students understand the unity in the diversity, writes Kishwar Rizvi.
The metaphysical moment
Many moments ago—two millennia or so—all this was called “Gnosticism,” which never left our cultures, and returns in newly marketable forms.
RFK Jr. wins the anti-science fair
Sen. Robert Kennedy fought for truth. What about his son?
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