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Bishop Michael Curry responds to complaints of ‘free passes’ for accused bishops
(RNS) — At least 55 Episcopal bishops signed a letter saying they are ‘angered by and deeply concerned about the perception — or the reality — that bishops get a free pass on behavioral issues.’
Pope Francis chides his American critics — but who is he talking about?
(RNS) — When it comes to the pope’s right-wing critics here in the U.S., he has a broad spectrum to choose from.
Giving is up at churches and people are back, but clergy are still thinking about quitting
(RNS) — While life at local congregations has returned mostly to normal, the future remains uncertain.
Francis calls relations with China ‘respectful’ after Mongolia trip
ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE (RNS) — Pope Francis told reporters during a news conference Monday that China must not think the Vatican represents a foreign power.
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The synod’s priorities are communion, participation, mission — not who can be priests
(RNS) — If we continued as usual with just different people in charge, then we missed the revolution Pope Francis is calling for.
Is ‘You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah’ good for the Jews — or Judaism?
(RNS) — Why is American Judaism bar/bat mitzvah-centric? Ask Adam Sandler and his family.
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Francis calls relations with China ‘respectful’ after Mongolia trip
ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE (RNS) — Pope Francis told reporters during a news conference Monday that China must not think the Vatican represents a foreign power.
Sarah Young, publicity-shy superstar author of ‘Jesus Calling,’ dies at 77
(RNS) — First published in 2004, the devotional has sold more than 40 million copies worldwide.
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