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Need to know: Wednesday, May 10, 2017
Viral pontiff: Francis dances with Hasidic Jews at the Vatican
It was really more swaying than dancing. Still, it’s not something popes normally do, and the video became yet another internet hit for Francis.
Nation of Islam jewelry, clothing and documents slated for auction
Items from the first four decades of the religious black separatist movement, founded in 1930, will go on the auction block on Thursday.
Governor urged pastors to pressure Texas House over ‘bathroom bills’
The bill, which would require transgender people to use bathrooms in public buildings based on “biological sex,” passed the state Senate almost two months ago and but has been held up in the lower chamber.
Kidnapped Indian priest pleads for help in new video
Fourteen months after his abduction by Muslim extremists in Yemen, the Rev. Tom Uzhunnalil has appeared in another video asking for help in obtaining his release, and criticizing the response of a local bishop and the Indian government.
Divinity, diversity and division
A Duke divinity school professor objected to a diversity training request and set off a debate on inclusiveness and civility.
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Jakarta’s Christian governor found guilty of blasphemy against Islam
JAKARTA, Indonesia (Reuters) The verdict comes amid concern about the growing influence of Islamist groups, who organized mass demonstrations during a tumultuous election campaign.
Federal appeals court grills Trump team over ‘Muslim ban’
The 13 appellate judges, who include 10 nominated by Democratic presidents, seemed likely to rule against Trump.
Detention of American Christian in North Korea ‘concerning’ — White House
North Korea has detained a U.S. citizen — a self-described Christian missionary — raising the number of Americans held there to four.
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Why my faith compels me to support protective status for Haitians fleeing disaster
(RNS) To turn our backs on these vulnerable Haitians we pledged to welcome would place considerable burdens on the country as it struggles to recover.
Apostle urges Mormons to ‘rescue’ those who leave — but listen first
Elder Dallin Oaks yesterday spoke of the problem of Mormons leaving the fold, especially young people. But instead of the usual tactic of immediate seek-and-rescue, he advocated listening. Which should not be as revolutionary as it is.
Is ‘Norman’ good for the Jews?
Richard Gere's "Norman" will make Jews cringe. That's because we know him.
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Bonus tracks
- A Jain library steps gingerly into the 21st century
- You say you’re pro-life, but then you want to limit health care for my disabled son
- Was Grand Canyon project rejected because researcher is a creationist?
- Telling the story of my departure from American evangelicalism
- The President’s pastor: Paula White has connections and power. But where does she get her money?
