NEWS STORY
RNS-Vatican-Olympics: From friendships to slogans, the Vatican makes its mark at the Tokyo Olympics
(RNS) – Vatican athletes might never compete in the Olympic games, but the small Catholic state still has an important influence in the global sporting event through the promotion of human fraternity and the creation of lasting friendships. By Claire Giangravè. 1,200 words. (category i)
NEWS STORY
RNS-Assemblies-God: Assemblies of God, part of the largest Pentecostal denomination, hosts biennial convening in Orlando
(RNS) — Thousands are expected to attend the Assemblies of God’s General Council convening this week in Orlando, Florida, where new executive leaders will be elected and where attendees will discuss a range of issues, such as digital ministries and the process of establishing new churches. By Alejandra Molina. 450 words. (category: a)
COMMENTARY
RNS-Reese-Oped: COVID-19, global warming and Catholic guilt
(RNS) — COVID-19 and global warming are enough to make me long for the days of clerical power and Catholic guilt. In those good/bad old days, the church’s hierarchy was able to issue thunderous edicts and most Catholics would follow its directions like sheep. If the laity did not, they would feel guilty and fear going to hell. By Thomas Reese. 516 words. (category: k)