Monthly Archives: March 2013
Why fifth graders have rights too
By Charles C. Haynes — March 21, 2013
To what extent do students have First Amendment rights? Recently, a three judge panel of the U.S. 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals has written another chapter in that debate by ruling in favor of a fifth grader who was barred by school officials from handing out invitations to a Christmas party at her church.
Iranian New Year, and the War on Iran
By Omid Safi — March 21, 2013
In this Youtube lecture on the occasion of the Persian New Year, I point out that the poetic tradition of Iran contains powerfully illuminating lessons for how to respond to constant war-mongering against Iran today.
Quote of the Day: Gay activist Aaron Jackson
By Ron Ribiat — March 21, 2013
(RNS) “Everyone who knows me knows that I’m a little crazy and there’s no red tape in my charity. When I want to do something, I do it.” – Aaron Jackson, a reluctant gay activist who purchased a home across the street from the famously anti-gay Westboro Baptist Church and painted it the rainbow colors […]
Pope Francis’ simple tastes extend to the menu
By Eric J. Lyman — March 21, 2013
ROME (RNS) Francis is the church's first Jesuit pope, and Jesuit traditions favor simple cuisine — one of the rules of the order is for diners to fill up on bread because it avoids the "disorder" that comes from being "tempted by other foods."
Former NFL Athlete Brian “THE BOZ” Bosworth” Star of “REVELATION ROAD” (Pure Flix) Shares Life Transformation
By Religion News LLC — March 21, 2013
REVELATION ROAD Former NFL Linebacker Brian “The Boz” Bosworth’s Reveals Transformation Through Faith Los Angeles, CA: Brian “The Boz” Bosworth is best remembered as an All-American linebacker who quickly rose to fame and notoriety when he was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 1987. As his popularity soared, he quickly became known, and criticized, for […]
Easter Hope for Inmates
By Wendy Gustofson — March 21, 2013
‘UNCONDITIONAL’—FILM SHOWING GOD’S LOVE LIGHTING DARK TIMES IN U.S. PRISONS Inspired by True Story of ‘Papa Joe’ Bradford, Maximum Security Convict Now Helping At-Risk Kids; Prison Fellowship Screens at Prisons Nationwide UnconditionaltheMovie.com NASHVILLE, Tenn. – March 21, 2013 – Prison Fellowship—the world’s largest outreach to prisoners, ex-prisoners and their families—partners with the film UNCONDITIONAL to […]
Jews trek to the Mojave Desert for a visceral Passover
By Lauren Markoe — March 21, 2013
(RNS) More than 100 Jews will spend four nights and five days in the California desert this year to celebrate Passover, an experience, they hope, that will allow them to more viscerally understand the liberation of the Israelites who left bondage in Egypt and wandered in the desert 3,500 years ago.
Episcopal bishops agree not to help breakaway congregations
By G. Jeffrey MacDonald — March 21, 2013
(RNS) The Episcopal Church has a new commandment for its bishops: Thou shalt not assist former Episcopalians who are trying to take the church’s assets.
We are what we love: An interview with James K.A. Smith
By Jonathan Merritt — March 21, 2013
James K.A. Smith is a leading Christian thinker influential among Christian scholars, pastors, and lay people. Here he discusses his most recent book, Calvinism, and the true meaning of "kingdom."
When the new pope meets the old pope: Awkward?
By David Gibson — March 21, 2013
(RNS) Now that Pope Francis has been duly installed, his next order of business is doing something no other pope has had to do in centuries: pay homage to the guy he replaced.
Justin Welby installed as 105th Archbishop of Canterbury
By Trevor Grundy — March 21, 2013
(RNS) Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby inherits a church wracked by internal divisions over the ordination of women bishops and continuing strains within the larger Anglican Communion over divisive issues of sexuality.
Making Every Moment Count
By Religion News LLC — March 21, 2013
Grand Rapids —Jesus commissioned His followers to “Go into the world and preach the gospel to all creation.” To award-winning artist and photographer Jeremy Cowart, that means using words only when absolutely necessary. Cowart believes Christ’s commission is more about action than talk and more about living one’s faith than telling others how to be […]
World Water Day March 22 Highlights ‘Haves’ and ‘Have-nots’ of Globe’s Most Precious Resource
By Religion News LLC — March 21, 2013
Gospel for Asia Meeting Need for Clean Water Village by Village with More than 5,000 ‘Jesus Wells’ CARROLLTON, Texas – As the international community celebrates the 20th anniversary of World Water Day, 17 percent of the globe’s population still do not have access to clean drinking water. Gospel for Asia (www.gfa.org) is seeking to reduce […]
On Grief
By Jana Riess — March 21, 2013
How can life move forward? How can there still be taxes to pay and sinks to scrub? How dare the crocuses peek out?
Thursday’s Religion News Roundup: Obama in Israel * The pope’s crush * AA’s God
By Yonat Shimron — March 21, 2013
Pope Francis says celibacy is matter of discipline, not faith. A new poll shows religious groups support pathways to citizenship for illegal immigrants. Ten Plagues nail decals the latest "must have" for Monday's Passover Seder.
