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Panel discussion at the Alliance of Virtue conference in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 7, 2018. RNS photo by Jack Jenkins.
Need to know: Thursday, February 8, 2018
Evangelicals join interfaith leaders in Washington to promote religious tolerance
As faith leaders descended on Washington for a conference on religious tolerance this week, attendees were quick to note an unexpectedly large delegation from one particular religious group: evangelical Christians.
Maxi dresses, cardigans and hijabs: Essentials in Macy’s new fashion line aimed at Muslim women
Macy’s is launching a “modest” fashion line this month geared toward Muslim women that will feature maxi dresses, ankle-length cardigans and hand-dyed hijabs.
Big Russian delegation anticipated for prayer breakfast in Washington
As many as 60 representatives from Russia's religious and political elite are expected to attend Thursday’s National Prayer Breakfast, more than three times last year's number, according to Russian officials.
Pope Francis’ reputation on sex abuse ‘has gone from bad to worse’
The 81-year-old pontiff’s appeals on behalf of the downtrodden are being overshadowed by the way he is dealing with victims of clerical sexual abuse.
As Cape Town’s water crisis nears ‘Day Zero,’ faith groups spring into action
While tensions rise and politicians point blame in every direction over the city’s water crisis, faith groups are working across spiritual divides to offer their flocks hope and a way forward.
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Pope Benedict 5 years on: weaker, but ‘on a pilgrimage home’
(AP) — “I can only say that in the slow decline of my physical strength, internally I am on a pilgrimage home," Retired Pope Benedict XVI wrote.
Islamic scholar courted fans, detractors before rape charges
(AP) — A French judge decided on Tuesday to keep Tariq Ramadan in detention, four days after he was handed preliminary rape charges following allegations by two women who sought his counsel.
If you build it, will they pray? Constructing religious worlds with Minecraft
The chunky video game popular with kids is becoming a tool for exploring and advancing religion among some gamers, especially Christians.
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Praying for some snowboard diplomacy
(RNS) — I hope Vice President Pence has some private conversations with the high-level North Korean government officials who are accompanying their athletes.
Where have you gone, Paul Simon?
Paul Simon's music was often Christian. And sometimes, more Jewish than he thought.
Paul Ryan faces an urgent moral challenge
(RNS) — More than 100 young immigrants a day lose protection and the ability to work legally. House Speaker Paul Ryan is now the most important leader in determining their future.
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