Midwest

From church to the mosque, faith and friends help Iowa’s African immigrants and refugees build a sense of home

By Osamamen Oba Eduviere and Brady G'Sell — February 9, 2024
(The Conversation) — Immigration may be concentrated on America’s coasts, but newcomers are putting down roots in Midwestern communities as well.

New documentary tells the story of queer religious families in the Midwest

By Fiona André — December 4, 2023
(RNS) — The movie profiles queer families and individuals living in the Midwest, grappling with their identity in a conservative and traditional environment.

On global warming, yes, there is hope

By Thomas Reese — August 15, 2023
(RNS) — The good news is there are ways to reduce and eliminate the growth in global warming; the bad news is I am not sure we will implement them fast enough.

COMMENTARY: After the storms have passed

By Tom Ehrich — March 6, 2012

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (RNS) To understand American politics, follow the money. But to understand American goodness and resolve, follow the storms. While the political class channels more wealth to the mega-wealthy, people of limited means were showing grace and generosity. By Tom Ehrich.

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