Cathy Lynn Grossman
Cathy Lynn Grossman specializes in stories drawn from research and statistics on religion, spirituality and ethics. She also writes frequently on biomedical ethics and end-of-life-issues
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5 faith facts about Martin O’Malley: ‘A Pope Francis Democrat’
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — February 2, 2016
(RNS) Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley suspended his campaign Feb. 1.
5 faith facts about Ted Cruz: It’s all about God’s work
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 31, 2016
(RNS) Cruz doesn’t tiptoe around the Almighty in his politics. If America doesn't shape up, it could lose God's favor, he has said.
5 faith facts about John Kasich: ‘God is with me wherever I happen to be’
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 31, 2016
(RNS) A veteran of political compromise, Kasich does take an unchanging stand on his view of Christian values -- serving the poor and troubled.
5 faith facts about Hillary Clinton: Social Gospel Methodist to the core
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 29, 2016
(RNS) She once said that advertising her faith didn't come naturally to her. In this campaign, she's stepped it up anyway.
Trump is a huge ‘loser’ with GOP Protestant pastors
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 28, 2016
(RNS) If they voted today, 4 in 10 GOP Protestant pastors would pick "undecided." Democrats picked Hillary Clinton.
GOP debaters will keep Iowa’s evangelical voters in mind
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 28, 2016
(RNS) Even as evangelicals' share of Iowa voters has not grown since 2007, they're still the dominant force for the GOP.
NFL violence and high school prayers OK with fans
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 28, 2016
(RNS) Many also think the game is more violent than ever. It just doesn't bother them much.
Voters warm to candidates who are not religious
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 27, 2016
(RNS) Americans still prefer a strongly religious president but it's no longer essential, a new survey finds.
Democrats may be praying for an audience for CNN town hall
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 25, 2016
(RNS) The Democratic contenders, who don't tend to lean on religious arguments, face off in a town hall Monday (Jan. 25).
Televangelist Morris Cerullo plans Christian theme resort for San Diego
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 25, 2016
(RNS) But can it rival the San Diego Zoo? Christian theme complexes have trouble attracting more than a niche evangelical market.
Skipped church this snowy weekend? Fear not
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 24, 2016
(RNS) If you couldn't get past the snowbanks, #blizzard2016's aftermath won't affect your afterlife.
Sports gambling gets a moral pass from most Americans
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 22, 2016
(RNS) But Americans have contradictory views: Most say wagering on sports is not immoral, but nearly half say it should be illegal.
‘I will protect Christians,’ Donald Trump tells Liberty University students
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 18, 2016
(RNS) Trump used his familiar attack lines on his rivals, quoting the Bible and promising to "Win! Win! Win!"
GOP 2016 contenders debate again Thursday, praying for devoted (and devout) viewers
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 14, 2016
(RNS) Business is the theme but the candidates have their eye on religious voters, known for their high turnout at election time.
2015 was ‘worst year’ for Christian persecution, says Open Doors
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — January 13, 2016
WASHINGTON (RNS) North Korea marks its 14th year atop the list of most dangerous countries to be Christian.
