Monthly Archives: June 2013
Sicily bishop forbids church funerals for mobsters
By Alessandro Speciale — June 24, 2013
ROME (RNS) “Being a Christian is incompatible with having links to Mafia organizations,” said a Sicilian bishop who won't allow church funerals for convicted mobsters.
Is yoga instruction religious? San Diego court case may decide
By Lilly Fowler — June 24, 2013
(RNS) Although experts point to a 1979 federal court case that grappled with the instruction of transcendental meditation in the public schools, no court has ruled on whether it is appropriate to teach yoga in public schools.
Rick Santorum, 2012 Presidential Candidate And Former U.S. Senator, is New CEO of Echolight Studios
By Wendy Gustofson — June 24, 2013
America’s Fastest-Growing Faith & Family Film Company EchoLight.com DALLAS – June 24, 2013 – DALLAS – June 24, 2013 – Rick Santorum, former U.S. senator and GOP presidential candidate, is now CEO of EchoLight Studios, the first movie company to produce, finance, market and distribute faith-based, family films across all releasing platforms. Santorum announced his […]
Christians, sexuality, and the exodus of Exodus: An interview with Andrew Marin
By Jonathan Merritt — June 24, 2013
Andrew Marin comments on the Christian debate over homosexuality in light of recent events.
Evangelical Ministry to Gays and Lesbians Admits It Caused Harm
By Martin E. Marty — June 24, 2013
Since the simple declaration that homosexual activity is a sin used to be the first and last word, for Christians who made it basic to their understanding of faith, a declaration like Alan Chambers’ is the latest shakeup in the ranks of the formerly completely self-assured evangelical leaders.
Fellowship of Reconciliation Announces New Executive Director: Rev. Kristin Stoneking
By Religion News LLC — June 24, 2013
The Fellowship of Reconciliation, the oldest interfaith peace and justice organization in North America (http://forusa.org), is delighted to welcome a new executive director to lead FOR’s mission into a second century. Culminating a six-month search process with an excellent slate of candidates, FOR has chosen the Reverend Kristin Gill Stoneking of Davis, California. “The twentieth century […]
Quote of the Day: Makaziwe Mandela
By Ron Ribiat — June 24, 2013
“All I pray for as a daughter is that the transition is smooth.” — Makaziwe Mandela, daughter of ailing anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela, as quoted by CNN.
Monday’s Religion News Roundup: Nik Wallenda’s Dare * Happy Christian Tweeters * Zimmerman Trial Pastors
By Sarah Pulliam Bailey — June 24, 2013
The Church of England is creating a pagan church as part of a drive to retain congregation numbers, The Telegraph reports. As opening arguments for the George Zimmerman trial begin, seats have been reserved for pastors who aim to keep the peace, regardless of the verdict. The pastors include the Rev. Joel Hunter, who […]
GetGetReligion: The Exodus Exodus
By Mark Silk — June 24, 2013
Last week's decision by ex-gay ministry Exodus International to close its doors and apologize to the gay community made a splash, even if it didn't come as a big surprise. The 37-year-old organization had for some time acknowledged that its mission to change the sexual orientation of gays and lesbians was misbegotten.
Prominent Author Hosts Louisiana’s First Atheist Church Service
By Religion News LLC — June 24, 2013
LOUISIANA–Jerry DeWitt, author, former Pentecostal minister, and prominent atheist, is announcing Louisiana’s first “secular” church service on June 23rd and the founding of one of the country’s first secular churches, Community Mission Chapel of Lake Charles Louisiana. “After 25 years of attending and officiating church services, I know what a force for good they can […]
Video: Christians vs. atheists volleyball tournament
By Sally Morrow — June 23, 2013
They may not agree on evolution, gay marriage or abortion, but when it comes to a friendly game of volleyball - these Christians and atheists bring their best game face.
Immigration flap over conscientious objection resolved peacefully
By Kimberly Winston — June 21, 2013
(RNS) Margaret Doughty, who describes herself as a person with no religious affiliation, declined to sign an oath to take up arms for the United States.
Quote of the Day: Pope Francis
By Ron Ribiat — June 21, 2013
“I have never seen a moving van following a funeral procession.” — Pope Francis, in a homily about the worthlessness of worldly riches in eternal life.
Pork-laced bullets designed to send Muslims straight ‘to hell’
By Tracy Simmons — June 21, 2013
SPOKANE, Wash. (RNS) An Idaho company has launched a line of bullets coated in pork-infused paint, saying the bullets ``don't just kill an Islamist terrorist, you also send him to hell.''
Does God get disappointed with us?
By Jonathan Merritt — June 21, 2013
Does God get angry with us when we mess up and does it matter?
