In ‘Cops, Criminals and Christ’ podcast, undercover cop-turned-pastor shares his story (RNS) — Sutherland says his encounters with criminals, drug addicts and dealers helped him grow spiritually as much as his time serving parishioners did. The post In ‘Cops, Criminals and Christ’ podcast, undercover cop-turned-pastor shares his story appeared first on Religion News Service.

Lag B’Omer pilgrimage to Tunisian synagogue chilled by Gaza war (RNS) — A deeply held tradition among the Tunisian Jewish diaspora, it historically has drawn worshippers from the U.S., France and even Israel, despite the lack of official relations between Tunisia and the Jewish state. The post Lag B’Omer pilgrimage to Tunisian synagogue chilled by Gaza war appeared first on Religion News Service.

Why faith communities are mobilizing against hate during Pride Month (RNS) — While 2023 witnessed a frightening surge in hate, we know 2024 sadly has the potential to be even more alarming. The post Why faith communities are mobilizing against hate during Pride Month appeared first on Religion News Service.

New study reveals differing views among pastors and Christians on AI Gloo The post New study reveals differing views among pastors and Christians on AI appeared first on Religion News Service.

Church places Matt Queen, former SBC seminary leader, on leave after federal charges (RNS) — Leaders at Friendly Avenue Baptist Church said they support their pastor’s pledge to cooperate with authorities and will monitor the situation. The post Church places Matt Queen, former SBC seminary leader, on leave after federal charges appeared first on Religion News Service.

‘Grandpa, tell us about Abbie Hoffman’ (RNS) — I search for the sources of today’s campus unrest. Was it Hoffman and Rubin? The post ‘Grandpa, tell us about Abbie Hoffman’ appeared first on Religion News Service.

Pope Francis apologizes for using homophobic slurs while saying ‘no’ to gay priests (RNS) — The pope used the Italian term ‘frociaggine,’ a rarely used derogatory word to describe flamboyant gay attitudes. The post Pope Francis apologizes for using homophobic slurs while saying ‘no’ to gay priests appeared first on Religion News Service.

Brian Kaylor: The Heresy of Christian Nationalism State of Belief host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush talks with Rev. Dr. Brin Kaylor, author of the new book, Baptizing America: How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism The post Brian Kaylor: The Heresy of Christian Nationalism appeared first on Religion News Service.

Muslim women who are registered to vote are more likely to donate money and volunteer than nonvoters (The Conversation) — Civic engagement is more correlated with giving than religiosity, new research indicates. The post Muslim women who are registered to vote are more likely to donate money and volunteer than nonvoters appeared first on Religion News Service.

Muslim women who are registered to vote are more likely to donate money and volunteer than nonvoters (The Conversation) — Civic engagement is more correlated with giving than religiosity, new research indicates. The post Muslim women who are registered to vote are more likely to donate money and volunteer than nonvoters appeared first on Religion News Service.

Why Poland’s new government is challenged by abortion (The Conversation) — Many Poles were outraged by abortion restrictions put in place during the previous government. That doesn’t mean they agree on the path forward. The post Why Poland’s new government is challenged by abortion appeared first on Religion News Service.

Why Poland’s new government is challenged by abortion (The Conversation) — Many Poles were outraged by abortion restrictions put in place during the previous government. That doesn’t mean they agree on the path forward. The post Why Poland’s new government is challenged by abortion appeared first on Religion News Service.

Carbon-dating of ancient tunics of Saints Peter and John separates legend from reality VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Carbon-dating done by the Vatican Museums shows that the relics could not have belonged to the saints. The post Carbon-dating of ancient tunics of Saints Peter and John separates legend from reality appeared first on Religion News Service.

Carbon-dating of ancient tunics of Saints Peter and John separates legend from reality VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Carbon-dating done by the Vatican Museums shows that the relics could not have belonged to the saints. The post Carbon-dating of ancient tunics of Saints Peter and John separates legend from reality appeared first on Religion News Service.

Why the UMC took a historic stand and condemned Hindu nationalism (RNS) — The United Methodist Church is saying that we will not stand by silently while people are persecuted because of their faith and their conscience. The post Why the UMC took a historic stand and condemned Hindu nationalism appeared first on Religion News Service.

Why the UMC took a historic stand and condemned Hindu nationalism (RNS) — The United Methodist Church is saying that we will not stand by silently while people are persecuted because of their faith and their conscience. The post Why the UMC took a historic stand and condemned Hindu nationalism appeared first on Religion News Service.

Photos of the Week: Buddha’s birthday; Brazilian Cavalhadas (RNS) — This week’s photo gallery includes annual Buddhist Vesak celebrations, Cavalhadas festival in Brazil and more. The post Photos of the Week: Buddha’s birthday; Brazilian Cavalhadas appeared first on Religion News Service.

Photos of the Week: Buddha’s birthday; Brazilian Cavalhadas (RNS) — This week’s photo gallery includes annual Buddhist Vesak celebrations, Cavalhadas festival in Brazil and more. The post Photos of the Week: Buddha’s birthday; Brazilian Cavalhadas appeared first on Religion News Service.

California hate crime hotline gives Hindus more evidence of shortfall in FBI reporting (RNS) — A new report found that over the past year, crimes of anti-Hindu religious bias in California were more prevalent than ever. For many advocates, this data provides a jumping-off point for increased attention from the federal government to anti-Hindu hatred. The post California hate crime hotline gives Hindus more evidence of shortfall i…

California hate crime hotline gives Hindus more evidence of shortfall in FBI reporting (RNS) — A new report found that over the past year, crimes of anti-Hindu religious bias in California were more prevalent than ever. For many advocates, this data provides a jumping-off point for increased attention from the federal government to anti-Hindu hatred. The post California hate crime hotline gives Hindus more evidence of shortfall i…