Religion
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How New York became ‘Jewish’
(RNS) — “Why are there no American Jewish holidays?” A particularly smart religious school kid asked me that question last…
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Haitians in Ohio find solidarity at church after chaotic week of false pet-eating claims
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (AP) — For many Haitian immigrants, Sunday mornings in Springfield, Ohio, are spent joyfully worshipping God as they…
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How the Israeli settlers movement shaped modern Israel
(The Conversation) — The increase in settler violence against Palestinians in the West Bank over the past year has been…
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Former leaders of Jewish Voice for Peace detail their organizing tactics in new book
(RNS) — In 2010, Jewish Voice for Peace, a Palestinian solidarity group, mounted one of its most successful protests in…
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Long Island Hindu temple vandalized ahead of Indian prime minister’s visit
NEW YORK (RNS) — The BAPS Melville Mandir has been a prominent, peaceful place of worship and festivals for Long…
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What you might miss in news coverage about Latino voters and faith
(RNS) — There are more Latino voters in the U.S. than ever. As reporters and pundits seek to understand this important…
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Catholic leaders mourn the killing of Honduran environmental activist Juan López
(RNS) — Catholic leaders throughout the Americas are expressing grief and outrage at the killing of Juan Antonio López, a…
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Why New York’s largest health system is turning to clergy for help
(RNS) — Physicians and members of the clergy approach healing in different ways. Physicians treat bodies, which means taking vital…
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This new Mexican blessed is considered a protector of life from conception. Who was Moisés Lira?
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico’s Catholic Church is getting a new addition to its ranks of “blessed,” with the beatification…
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Seven takeaways from Pope Francis’ Asia trip
(RNS) — The pope is back in Rome after his visits to Asia and Oceania. Here’s what we learned from…
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