General story
New book alleges gay sex in Vatican dorm, shady banking
By Jerome Socolovsky — November 9, 2017
ROME (AP) — The Italian journalist who was put on trial by the Vatican for publishing confidential documents has penned a new book alleging a host of Catholic sins, including gay sex in the dormitory of the Vatican's youth seminary.
Conference to explore the future of faith and storytelling
By Ron Ribiat — November 8, 2017
What does the future of faith look like? How will stories be told about it? And by whom?
A host of partners working at the intersection of journalism, religion, communication and culture will present the one-day event "Reimagining Religion 2018: New Stories, New Communities" on Jan. 26 at the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism in Los Angeles.
When Americans tried – and failed – to reunite Christianity
By David Mislin — November 8, 2017
(The Conversation) — In the early 1900s, ambitious Protestants in the U.S. attempted the unthinkable.
Archbishop of Canterbury calls for UN climate talks in Bonn to recognize ‘urgent priority’ of climate change
By Ron Ribiat — November 8, 2017
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Most Revd Justin Welby, is encouraging world leaders meeting for the latest round of United Nations climate talks to recognize the "urgent priority" of climate change.
As evangelist Billy Graham turns 99, Zondervan announces definitive biography, ‘A Prophet with Honor’
By Ron Ribiat — November 7, 2017
This week marks beloved Evangelist Billy Graham’s 99th birthday on Nov. 7, and looking forward to his centennial celebration, Zondervan Publishing has announced plans to release “A Prophet with Honor: The Billy Graham Story,” by William Martin, in March 2018. Graham himself requested Martin for the project and granted him unprecedented access to the Billy Graham archives and team members, lending this work the authenticity and transparency of no other.
Texas churches weigh putting armed volunteers in the pews
By Texas Tribune — November 7, 2017
(Texas Tribune) — Gun regulation advocates worry that it can be difficult to determine who is the assailant during an attack when everyone has a gun.
New project identifies spiritual practices to strengthen and deepen American democracy
By Ron Ribiat — November 6, 2017
The Practicing Democracy Project, a collaboration between The Center for Spirituality & Practice and the Fetzer Institute, launched this month with a new Internet presence and plans to engage a wide variety of people in shaping America's democracy.
Gov. Abbott suggests connection between gunman, Texas church
By Jerome Socolovsky — November 6, 2017
SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, Texas (AP) — And a sheriff says the former in-laws of a man suspected of killing 26 people at a Texas church attended services there "from time to time."
Texas town revolves around church where shooting occurred
By Jerome Socolovsky — November 6, 2017
SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, Texas (AP) — The church regularly posts videos of its Sunday services on a YouTube channel, raising the possibility that the shooting was captured on video.
Science of Identity Foundation announces monthly meditative Kirtan concerts
By Wendy Gustofson — October 28, 2017
Hawaii, United States – October 28, 2017 – Science of Identity Foundation announces an ongoing monthly kirtan event that will be broadcast online. The Sacred Sounds Kirtan Night will take place every month regularly and will be live streamed for free viewing on YouTube. The viewers can allow themselves to be swept up with the heartfelt […]
Reformation Trust releases new condensed edition of the Reformation Study Bible (ESV)
By Ron Ribiat — October 27, 2017
Reformation Trust Publishing, the publishing division of Ligonier Ministries, is pleased to announce the release of the Reformation Study Bible, Condensed Edition. After distributing more than 110,000 copies of the Reformation Study Bible since 2015, this new Condensed Edition represents an expansion to the product family in order to serve Bible readers looking for a more portable solution.
ISO better church models for manhood and womanhood
By Julie Roys — October 26, 2017
(RNS) — 'Over three decades of ministry, I have seen both men and women struggle to live up to uni-dimensional caricatures of both hyper-masculinized manhood and hyper-feminized womanhood,' writes Julie Roys.
‘We got your back, Jack,’ conservative black clergy tell baker who refused gay couple
By Adelle M. Banks — October 23, 2017
WASHINGTON (RNS) — Their campaign includes provocative imagery certain to stoke the fierce debate surrounding an upcoming Supreme Court case.
Photos of the Week
By Shane Epping — October 21, 2017
(RNS) — This week's picks for our weekly gallery of religion photos from around the world.
Church Clarity pressures pastors and churches to disclose views on homosexuality
By Jonathan Merritt — October 18, 2017
(RNS) — Prominent pastors are finding themselves on the hot seat thanks to a new group's efforts to call out leaders who lack clear stances, writes Jonathan Merritt. (COMMENTARY)
