In new memoirs, women rabbis wrestle with Judaism’s male-centered tradition

MINNEAPOLIS (RNS) — The faith leaders, who hail from across the country and represent a range of religious traditions, deployed to neighborhoods with significant immigrant populations, where DHS agents have been most active. The post…

(RNS) — Some experts and bishops told RNS that, in a fraught moment, dialogue and public criticism are complementary strategies. The post Dialogue or dissent: US Catholic bishops navigate political strategy in Trump era appeared first on…

(RNS) — This week’s photo selection includes Orthodox Epiphany, unrest in Iran and more. The post Photos of the Week: Orthodox Epiphany, Iranian unrest appeared first on RNS.

(The Conversation) — From ancient Greek myths to Scripture and papal teachings, Christianity has long wrestled with hope. The post What ‘hope’ has represented in Christian history – and what it might mean now appeared first on RNS.

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) — Thousands took part in ceremonies where the tabots were escorted by priests dressed in colorful robes while carrying ceremonial umbrellas from churches to the lakeshores or rives amid chants and hymns. The post…

(RNS) — During Ordinary Time, the church invites us to immerse ourselves in the Scriptures from both the Old and New Testaments. The post How to be an extraordinary Christian during Ordinary Time appeared first on RNS.

(RNS) — The survey found the religiously unaffiliated nearly doubled or saw even larger gains in every country. The post Survey: Catholicism continues sharp decline in Latin America appeared first on RNS.

(RNS) – The Vatican’s second-highest-ranking official, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, said the Holy See received the invitation and is considering whether to join Trump’s initiative. The post Vatican weighs Trump’s Board of Peace…