RELIGION
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An American Hindu encounters Ganesh Chaturthi in India
(RNS) — Outside my fourth-floor window, the sounds of devotional chanting, lively music and drum beats echoed in the narrow street…
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Why New York’s largest health system is turning to clergy for help
(RNS) — Physicians and members of the clergy approach healing in different ways. Physicians treat bodies, which means taking vital…
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Funeral for son of Ukraine chief rabbi cited as rebuke to Putin’s claims of ‘de-nazification’
(RNS) — Kyiv’s Brodsky Synagogue was packed with mourners Thursday (Sept. 12) for the funeral of Anton Samborskyi, who was…
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In a noisy world, this temple hopes a new Buddha and meditation garden can bring peace
WOODSTOCK, Ill. (RNS) — It’s just before 10 on the Saturday morning before Labor Day and the Dharma Hall at…
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Photos of the Week: Francis visits Asia; National Baptists meet
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New survey says more than half of Americans will pray before casting their vote in November
58% say religion will play a role in whom they support for president A new survey conducted by Religion News…
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The friendship between Christians and the labor movement shows signs of life
(RNS) — In sanctuaries across the United States on Sunday morning (Sept. 1), unionized workers will stand behind pulpits and…
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Ancient tombs with vibrant wall paintings open to public in southern Israel
ASHKELON, Israel (AP) — Two nearly 2,000-year-old tombs with magnificent wall paintings will be open to the public for the…
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Breathe your spirit into the dry bones of your church
(RNS) — I was struck by the gospel reading on Sunday (Aug. 25) in which John, speaking about Jesus’ followers,…
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In Chicago, ‘Little Palestine’ adds its voice to roar of the Democratic convention
CHICAGO (RNS) — On Friday (Aug. 23), the day after the Democratic National Convention ended and delegates and politicians, journalists,…
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