Jewish leaders decry Pope Francis’ criticism of Israel as ‘incendiary’
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WICKED as Movie and Metaphor
Resisting authoritariansim. Not succumbing to the mass reverence for “the man behind the curtain.” Recognizing the value of those who
Faith leaders who died in 2024: Pastors and pioneers, authors and theologians
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At Hanukkah, a celebration of eternal light − from the desert tabernacle to synagogues today
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You have never heard the story of Joseph this way
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CICW funds 34 new grant projects in worship, preaching
Vital Worship, Vital Preaching grants support innovative projects for worshiping communities and teacher-scholars in the United States and Canada. In
Episcopal Bishop Prince Singh suspended but not deposed after Title IV investigation concludes
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Australian synagogue fire declared terrorism in a decision that increases investigation resources
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Australian law enforcement authorities on Monday declared an arson attack on a synagogue last week a
Did Christian Nationalism Win? Matthew Taylor on the Vote and the Future
Christian Nationalism has seemingly grabbed the levers of power in America. With an overt passion for power over democracy,
When it comes to venerating St. Thomas Aquinas, are two heads better than one?
(RNS) — The head of the medieval Catholic theologian Thomas Aquinas is currently touring 10 U.S. cities in a finale