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Are white evangelical pastors at odds with their congregants? A new study says no.
(RNS) — A new study shows white evangelical clergy are as conservative, if not more so, as the people in their churches.
Man sought in alleged misuse of over $30M intended for Christian ministry in China
DUBLIN, Ga. (AP) — Prosecutors said Shenk got more than $30 million from faith-based charities and individual donors, primarily from religious communities in Ohio and North Carolina, promising to use the money to produce and distribute Bibles and other Christian literature in China.
How India’s religious violence is becoming a problem for American politicians
(RNS) — US politicians are under increasing pressure to account for their courtship of Indian Prime Minister Modi, the leader of a strategically important ally and the world's largest democracy.
Judge rules that Southwest failed to follow his order in a flight attendant’s free-speech case
DALLAS (AP) — In a blistering 29-page order, the judge said the airline acted as if its own policy limiting what employees can say is more important than a federal law protecting religious speech.
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Robbie Robertson, the Band, and a song of exile
I already miss Robbie Robertson of the Band. Ah, but there is one song....
Let’s review: Slavery benefited white people
(RNS) — We’re not done covering the basics of anti-racism in America. Even some Black people are confused.
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Melvin Talbert, first United Methodist bishop to officiate same-sex wedding, dead at 89
(RNS) — Talbert was recognized for his work on racial justice, LGBTQ advocacy and ecumenical cooperation.
For some Black faith leaders, Ohio’s Issue 1 is bigger than abortion
CLEVELAND (RNS) — ‘I think our faith community is waking up to the fact that there are various attacks on our voting rights and our ability to let our voices be heard,’ said Lesley Jones, a Cincinnati-based pastor and organizer.
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