Daniel Burke
Daniel Burke worked for Religion News Service from 2006-2013. He now co-edits CNN's Belief Blog.
All Stories by Daniel Burke
Renowned journalist throws the book at Scientology
By Daniel Burke — January 31, 2013
(RNS) Pulitzer-prize winning journalist Lawrence Wright talks to Religion News Service about his new book "Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood & the Prison of Belief.''
Monday’s Religion News Roundup: Iranian pastor * ‘Jewier’ prayers * Megan Fox’s tongue
By Daniel Burke — January 28, 2013
A Christian pastor was sentenced in Iran. Three rabbis sought to make their inaugural prayers "Jewier." Megan Fox speaks in tongues.
RNS EXCLUSIVE: Methodist pastor Adam Hamilton to preach at inaugural National Prayer Service
By Daniel Burke — January 18, 2013
(RNS) The Rev. Adam Hamilton, a United Methodist pastor from Kansas known for his centrist views, will deliver the sermon at the National Prayer Service Tuesday at Washington National Cathedral, which concludes President Obama's inaugural ceremonies. By Daniel Burke.
Obama’s use of Scripture echoes Lincoln, King
By Daniel Burke — January 16, 2013
(RNS) President Obama will take oath of office on Bibles that once belonged to Abraham Lincoln and the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Obama's own use of Scripture echoes his two heroes. By Daniel Burke.
Obama’s Religious Freedom Day Proclamation
By Daniel Burke — January 16, 2013
(RNS) President Obama's official proclamation for Religious Freedom Day.
Monday’s Religion News Roundup: Ganges gathering * Stripping at St. Pete’s * Moral McCarthyism
By Daniel Burke — January 14, 2013
Can you guess the site of the world's largest religious gathering? Feminists bared their breasts in St. Peter's Square. Conservatives lament a new "moral McCarthyism."
Virtual vices show shift in American morality
By Daniel Burke — January 9, 2013
Lust, gluttony, greed, sloth, wrath, envy and pride still attract a lot of attention. But as the Internet and other media invade American life, our vices have also gone virtual, according to a new study. By Daniel Burke.
God is alive and well in America, says Gallup chief
By Daniel Burke — January 7, 2013
(RNS) Grounded in more than a million interviews, Gallup Editor-in-Chief Frank Newport's new book argues that religion is a vital force in America, and will remain so for many years. By Daniel Burke.
Monday’s Religion News Roundup: *SSPX’s anti-Semitism *Obama’s Taoism *ND’s Catholicism
By Daniel Burke — January 7, 2013
The head of a conservative Catholic order blames "the Jews, the Masons," for its troubles. Is President Obama a secret Taoist? How the University of Notre Dame keeps its Catholic character.
The seven most provocative religious videos of 2012
By Daniel Burke — December 27, 2012
2012 might be dubbed the Year of YouTube - and that's especially true on the religion beat. Religious videos sparked international riots, stirred up the U.S. presidential campaign and called young believers to the front lines in battles over homosexuality and church culture. Here are seven religious videos that made news in 2012.
Ask the Experts: Christmas Questions Edition
By Daniel Burke — December 23, 2012
(RNS) Why do some Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7? Was it an inn or a ancestral home that rejected the Holy Family? And did department stores invent many of our Christmas traditions? Find out in Ask the Experts, a new feature from RNS.
Wednesday’s Religion News Roundup: Catholic gun control* Queen James Bible* Frankie Valens’ new gig
By Daniel Burke — December 19, 2012
Catholics support stricter gun control. Gay advocates publish the "Queen James Bible." D.C. court issues major decision on contraception mandate. Frankie Valens' new gig.
Did Isaiah really predict the Virgin birth?
By Daniel Burke — December 12, 2012
(RNS) A new Catholic translation of the Bible tweaks an Old Testament text -- Isaiah 7:14 -- that many Christians consider a prophecy about Jesus’ birth. So, why did they alter a 2,745-year-old prophecy, and does it change what the church teaches about Jesus’ virgin birth? By Daniel Burke.
Wednesday’s Religion News Roundup: 12/12/12 * @Pontifex tweets * Amish mafia
By Daniel Burke — December 12, 2012
Why are so many couples getting married today? What did the pope tweet? Is "Amish Mafia" an accurate depiction of the "gentle people"? What do Mormon feminists have planned for this weekend?
Monday’s Religion News Roundup: Supreme decision * Modesty committees * Monsignor 007
By Daniel Burke — December 10, 2012
Opponents of gay marriage are optimistic about the Supreme Court. Atheists can be excuted in seven countries. Who is "Monsignor 007"?
