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Faith leaders wrestle over growing support for marijuana

By Sarah Pulliam Bailey — February 3, 2014
(RNS) While most Christians might not be caught smoking a joint, opinions on how states should handle those who possess or sell marijuana varies among religious leaders.

Christian conservatives divided over Common Core education standards

By Katherine Burgess — October 17, 2013
WASHINGTON (RNS) As 45 states implement new Common Core education standards this fall, some Christians see the heavy hand of government in the state-led goal posts for K-12 students in English and mathematics.

Immigration reform gets personal for evangelicals

By Adelle M. Banks — April 11, 2013
(RNS) As Congress appears close to hammering out a new immigration policy, religious leaders -- and especially evangelicals -- say personal encounters with immigrants have prompted them to advocate for reform.

What do religious leaders want for Obama’s next four years?

By Adelle M. Banks — November 6, 2012

(RNS) Religious leaders already have their wish lists ready for President Obama's second term. Here are 10 officials' thoughts about what they’d like to see in the next four years. By Adelle M. Banks and Jeanie Groh.

Evangelical group proposes code of ethics for pastors

By Chris Lisee — June 15, 2012

WASHINGTON (RNS) The National Association of Evangelicals is urging pastors to unite under a consistent code of ethics. NAE leadership says the code will provide uniform guidance to church leaders across 40 denominations. By Chris Lisee.

Religious leaders ask HHS to broaden birth control exemption

By David Gibson — June 12, 2012

(RNS) A coalition of nearly 150 religious leaders, led by conservative Protestants, have petitioned the Obama administration to broaden the exemption that allows churches and some religious organizations to avoid the controversial policy mandating that all health care insurers provide free contraception coverage. By David Gibson.

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