NEWS STORY
RNS-Zacharias-Lessions: How to prevent another Ravi Zacharias-level failure
(RNS) — For years Ravi Zacharias International Ministries denied allegations of misconduct by its late founder. A recent report, commissioned by the organization, found those allegations were credible. Why did it take so long to find out the truth? And how can other faith groups prevent similar scandals? By Bob Smietana. 1,600 words. (Categories, a)
NEWS BRIEF
RNS-MPAC-Mauritanian: Muslim Media Awards To Honor “The Mauritanian”
(RNS) —The Muslim Public Affairs Council of Hollywood Media Awards, an event focused on the portrayal of Islam in the entertainment industry, will feature the film “The Mauritanian” and actress Jody Foster. By Joseph Hammond. 450 words (Categories, a)
NEWS STORY
RNS- Nun-Myanmar: Catholic nun protesting in Myanmar is praised as ‘a model for church leaders’
(RNS) – A Catholic nun, kneeling before armed forces in Myanmar and begin them not to shoot on protestors, has become a symbol for the protests against the military coup that destabilized the country in February. By Claire Giangravè. 450 words. (categories c)
COMMENTARY
RNS-Prior-Oped: Shame, grace and #STOPtheSTEAL
(RNS) — Those who have responded to the Capitol riot by directly contradicting the facts or responding irrationally may be suffering a disappointment has turned to shame. This powerful force in human experience can cause us to interpret our entire identities through how we believe we are seen by others. By Karen Swallow Prior. 1,200 words. (category: k)