Ruling lets religious groups not cover contraceptives
(Reuters, NOV 27 / Reuters)
The Supreme Court will hear arguments this year on the issue related to new health-care law.
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Settlement in suit involving La. Buddhist student
Officials in a western Louisiana school system and the American Civil Liberties union have settled a lawsuit sparked by the treatment of a Buddhist sixth-grader whose parents say he was harassed at a school where officials routinely pushed Christian beliefs.
Settlement over harassment of La. Buddhist student
Officials in a western Louisiana school system and the American Civil Liberties union have settled a lawsuit sparked by the treatment of a Buddhist sixth-grader whose parents say he was harassed at a school where officials routinely pushed Christian beliefs.
Ukrainian crisis may split Russian Orthodox Church
As Russian troops massed on Ukraine’s border and a controversial secession vote in Crimea approaches Sunday (March 16), Patriarch Kirill of the Russian Orthodox Church called for prayers “that brothers of one faith and one blood never bring destruction to one another.”
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Complaints have been filed against a United Methodist bishop who presided over a same-sex wedding of two men in defiance of his denomination’s rules prohibiting such ceremonies.
Man sentenced to 249 years for 1991 temple slaying
A man convicted of killing nine people, including six monks, during a robbery at a Buddhist temple in metro Phoenix was sentenced Friday to 249 years in prison, marking the end of one of the most notorious criminal cases in Arizona over the past 25 years.
New organization unites American Muslims in one coalition
Seeking to make a bigger impact in American politics and to better protect their civil rights, 10 Muslim groups have banded together under a new umbrella group: the U.S. Council of Muslim Organizations.
Franklin Graham: Putin is better on gay issues than Obama
Evangelist Franklin Graham is praising Russian President Vladimir Putin for his aggressive crackdown on homosexuality, saying his record on protecting children from gay “propaganda” is better than President Obama’s “shameful” embrace of gay rights.
In WikiWorship, church members help edit the sermon
Turning part of the message over to church members is the concept behind a new worship model called WikiWorship.
Pope's first anniversary marked across world
Catholics around the world marked Pope Francis’s first anniversary as head of the Roman Catholic Church.
Israeli Christians seek integration, including army service
Preparing his jeep for the short drive into the West Bank city of Hebron, where tensions between Palestinians and Israeli settlers often flare, Nabeel Sabbagh looked like every other Israeli Border Policeman serving this hilltop base.
Hill invites Pope to address joint session of Congress
House Speaker John A. Boehner issued the invitation to Pope Francis, who may visit the U.S. next year.
United Methodist bishop may face trial for presiding at gay wedding
Complaints have been filed against a United Methodist bishop who presided over a same-sex wedding of two men in defiance of his denomination’s rules prohibiting such ceremonies.
'Noah' film sparks debate over one of the world's oldest and most beloved stories
In recent years, Hollywood has made a concerted effort to lure religious audiences to the local cineplex with such films as “The Passion of the Christ,” ‘’Son of God” and even dark-horse hits like “Facing the Giants.” And most of the time, it’s worked.
Survey claims 'Francis Effect' on Catholic wallets
Pope Francis’ enormous popularity may not have translated into more parishioners in the pews or penitents in the confessional, but a new survey indicates it may be persuading Catholics to dig deep and give more to the poor — another priority for the pontiff, who was elected a year ago Thursday (March 13).
Pope Francis reaches one year as pontiff
Pope Francis has made significant reforms in his first year as pontiff amid questions of corruption, sex abuse, and concerns over social issues.
Funeral director Caleb Wilde posts irreverent thoughts on death
Most days, Caleb Wilde is a funeral director, discreetly making burial arrangements and guiding survivors in a time of loss.
Montana Supreme Court rules in church dispute
The Montana Supreme Court has ruled the property of a Lutheran church in Great Falls belongs to a few dozen members of the congregation who stuck with its national denomination after the majority split off in protest of the ordination of gay ministers.
Bats in the belfry a serious matter for the Church of England
Bats are making life unbearable for congregations by defecating on worshippers from roofs as well as bell towers, according to a report to the Church Buildings Council of the Church of England.
After long fight, Washington's 'ugliest church' meets the wrecking ball
So long, ugly church. Very few people will miss you.
Czech priest, philosopher Tomas Halik wins 2014 Templeton Prize
Tomas Halik, a Roman Catholic priest and philosopher, onetime Czech political activist and an advocate for religious freedom and interfaith dialogue, won the 2014 Templeton Prize on Thursday (March 13), for religious and spiritual progress.
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