RELIGION
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When America becomes a strange land
(RNS) — Those of us Jews who attended Seders this past weekend were obeying the commandment to tell the story…
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New York City places street sign honoring influential Buddhist monk, Thích Nhất Hạnh
NEW YORK (RNS) — Dozens of Buddhist monastics and lay believers huddled together on a busy Upper West Side street…
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Most Americans view Israel unfavorably in new Pew poll
(RNS) — More than half of U.S. adults now express an unfavorable opinion of Israel, and younger generations on both…
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Trans singer Sasha Allen releases single about forgiveness, Catholic acceptance
(RNS) — When Sasha Allen, a trans singer, sat down to write his first release after going independent, he thought…
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‘God-lover Kyle’ performs spirituality through posting memes on Instagram
(RNS) — A meme, as Kyle Hide explains it, is like a gene for culture. A concept first coined by…
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Ohio group gathers personal letters to connect with Muslims in prison for Eid
(RNS) — Muslims in North America are celebrating Eid al-Adha, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Around…
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In Texas’ border region, faith is the bond for underserved colonias to command attention
HIDALGO, Texas (RNS) — In a warehouse about two miles from the Mexico border, silver-haired men moved pallets of food…
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Americans move toward St. John Paul II’s vision for defending life
(RNS) — The Catholic Church is often said to think in terms of centuries, not years or even decades. But…
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In the battle to keep ICE from raiding houses of worship, the grassroots needs to flex more muscle
(RNS) — In two separate lawsuits, religious organizations are pushing back against the Trump administration’s attempt to open the way…
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For those with eating disorders, Ramadan fasting presents health, spiritual challenges
(RNS) — Muslims around the world are celebrating Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and a time…
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