Need to know: Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Harvard scholar admits ‘Gospel of Jesus’ Wife’ is likely a forgery
If ‘The Gospel of Jesus’ Wife’ sounds like something out of a Dan Brown novel, that’s no coincidence: the Harvard scholar who introduced it to the world now admits it’s probably fake.
The Forward won’t publish anything about Donald Trump for 24 hours
It’s a protest against the online anti-Semitic bullying of the Jewish outlet’s reporters, says editor Jane Eisner.
Inside Donald Trump’s private meeting with evangelicals
A peek at what a thousand Christian conservatives want to hear today at their closed-door confab with the presumptive GOP nominee. (Never fear: RNS will have full coverage.)
Report says list of ‘Islamophobic groups’ reaches new high
A Muslim advocacy group has named 74 organizations and individuals -- an all-time high -- to its list of ‘Islamophobes.’
Ancient Tunisian Jewish community faces uncertain future
Djerba remains a tiny oasis of interfaith harmony and tolerance in an Arab world splintered by violence. Will it endure?
Pope Francis to Catholics: ‘Who are you to judge others?’
Stop being hypocrites and take a look at yourself in the mirror -- without covering up your wrinkles -- the pontiff said in a sermon that reprised one of his favorite themes.
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Pakistani man charged with blasphemy over shoes with Hindu symbol
(Reuters) Pakistani rights groups say Hindus are often at risk of discrimination and hate crimes, including forced conversions and economic discrimination.
Judge refuses to block Mississippi anti-LGBT law
(Reuters) The far-reaching Mississippi law also clears the way for employers to cite religion in determining workplace policies on dress code, grooming and bathroom and locker access.
Muslim attitudes about LBGT are complex
After Orlando, some Muslims say they see an opening to address anti-gay attitudes.
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A prayer to the Supreme Court: Keep immigrant families together
In a ruling due this month, the U.S. Supreme Court could dash the hopes of thousands we should be proud to claim as Americans, says a Catholic nun.
What exactly is the Christian story?
Is the grand old Christian story still believable? Can it be told in different ways?
Clearing the remaining obstacles for Americans with disabilities is a moral obligation
(RNS) As we approach the ADA’s 26th anniversary, Americans with disabilities continue to face unemployment and poverty rates twice the national average and discrimination in many areas.
