Monthly Archives: June 2013
COMMENTARY: Apologies are too late when the damage is already done
By Cindi Love — June 21, 2013
(RNS) While Alan Chambers and Exodus International have taken the first and very critical steps in restorative justice, it is not clear how they can make reparations.
Friday’s Religion News Roundup: Homeless haircuts * Francis & the Falklands * Molesting monks
By Kevin Eckstrom — June 21, 2013
You know it's the first official day of summer when the news slows down, but there's still some news in today's Roundup you'll want to see.
Bono: David sang the blues and Jesus did some punk rock
By Sarah Pulliam Bailey — June 21, 2013
(RNS) "What’s so powerful about the Psalms are, as well as they’re being gospel and songs of praise, they are also the Blues," U2 frontman Bono tells Focus on the Family President Jim Daly.
More United Methodists Divest From Companies Supporting Israel’s Occupation
By Religion News LLC — June 20, 2013
For Immediate Release, June 20, 2013 – Four United Methodist annual or regional conferences (New England, Minnesota, Pacific Northwest and Upper New York) have voted this month to divest or have their funds divested from companies involved with Israel’s occupation of Palestinian land. They joined five other conferences (West Ohio, New York, Northern Illinois, California […]
Ryan Anderson’s uphill fight to change young minds on gay marriage
By Sarah Pulliam Bailey — June 20, 2013
(RNS) At age 31, Ryan Anderson has planted himself on arguably the most unpopular stance for his generation: opposing gay marriage.
Quote of the Day: Exodus International president Alan Chambers
By Ron Ribiat — June 20, 2013
“You have never been my enemy. I am very sorry that I have been yours.” — Alan Chambers, president of the ex-gay group Exodus International, in an apology to gays and lesbians for promoting reparative therapy to change sexual orientation.
Hispanic Christians press lawmakers on immigration reform
By Adelle M. Banks — June 20, 2013
WASHINGTON (RNS) “We want to enjoy the benefits of this nation and do not expect a free ride, only an equal opportunity,” said the Rev. Becky Keenan, co-pastor of Gulf Meadows Church in Houston.
Study: Religious oppression rises despite Arab Spring
By Lauren Markoe — June 20, 2013
WASHINGTON (RNS) The number of countries in the region with sectarian or communal violence between religious groups doubled from five to 10 during 2011, a year that coincided with most of the political uprisings of Arab Spring.
Video: Remembering Lorna Colbert
By Sally Morrow — June 20, 2013
Stephen Colbert pays tribute to his mother Lorna, who died at age 92 last week, and speaks about her faith.
Angels and Saints at Ephesus Remains Atop Billboard’s Classical Traditional Music Chart for Sixth Consecutive Week
By Religion News LLC — June 20, 2013
Nuns’ CD garners attention from The Wall Street Journal and Good Morning America Atlanta, GA, June 20, 2013 – ANGELS AND SAINTS AT EPHESUS from the Benedictines of Mary, Queen of Apostles is No. 1 on Billboard magazine’s Classical Traditional Music Chart for the sixth straight week. The sacred CD from the Missouri-based nuns […]
Bhutan’s Buddhist monks accused of sexually molesting boys
By Vishal Arora — June 20, 2013
(RNS) While rumors about child sexual abuse in monasteries have swirled around this tiny Buddhist nation for a while, this is the first time confirmed cases of underage monks molested by their seniors have come to the fore.
D.C. imam provides counseling, weddings and prayer space for gay Muslims
By Krista Kapralos — June 20, 2013
(RNS) Imam Dayaiee Abdullah may be the only openly gay imam in the world, and he formed Light of Reform mosque more than two years ago so people like himself could worship without fear.
Barber wins right to continue haircuts for the homeless
By Ann Marie Somma — June 20, 2013
HARTFORD, Conn. (RNS) An 82-year-old barber can continue providing free haircuts and shaves to the homeless after city officials tried to shut him down for lack of permits.
Pope Francis welcomes St. Joseph
By Mark Silk — June 20, 2013
After learning of the pope's decision to add the name of St. Joseph to the Eucharistic prayers I emailed my old colleague, Sr. Patricia Byrne of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Baden, for her reaction. Here's what she emailed back.
Beyond the Berlin Wall: “Mr. Obama: Tear Down All These Walls.”
By Omid Safi — June 20, 2013
President Obama poetically stated: "No wall can stand against the yearning of justice,"
Yes indeed!
Mr. President, tear down all these walls.
Mr. President, tear down the segregation wall in Palestine/Israel.
Mr. President, tear down the wall along the American-Mexico border.
Mr. President, tear down these walls.
