RELIGION
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Pope Leo XIV and Patriarch Bartholomew sign document urging progress on Christian unity
ISTANBUL, Turkey (RNS) — Pope Leo XIV and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople met at the patriarchal seat in the…
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What makes a true Santa is inside – and comes with the red suit
(The Conversation) — When you picture Santa Claus, a white, bearded, overweight and jolly man who dashes around delivering gifts…
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The Power of Faithful Non-Violent Resistance with Maria Stephan
This week on The State of Belief, host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush is joined by Dr. Maria J. Stephan,…
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Interfaith educator earns Guinness World Record title for most places of worship visited in one month
An Urban Pilgrimage in Chicago in September 2025 ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Rev. Vicki Garlock, Ph.D., an interfaith educator, earned a…
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‘Simulation theory’ brings an AI twist out of ‘The Matrix’ to ideas mystics and religious scholars have voiced for centuries
(The Conversation) — In the most talked-about film from the final year of the 20th century, “The Matrix,” a computer…
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Bishops ban trans care at Catholic hospitals, sidestep nurses’ push for better work conditions
BALTIMORE (RNS) — The nurses had hoped this would be the year the U.S. Catholic bishops would listen to their…
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new book by Paramahansa Yogananda illuminates deeper purpose of friendship
Celebrate the spirit of love and connection with a timeless new offering from one of the world’s most beloved spiritual…
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ACNA archbishop faces second sexual harassment claim as questions arise about interim leader
(RNS) — A second woman has come forward with allegations of sexual harassment against the leader of the Anglican Church…
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SGI calls for global solidarity to address the climate crisis
On November 5, 2025, the Soka Gakkai International (SGI) issued a statement, “Mobilizing Global Solidarity to Meet the Challenges of…
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An Oklahoma pastor was fired after reporting missing church funds. His bishop just got arrested.
(RNS) — When the Rev. Jerry Beeson discovered financial irregularities in his new church’s bank accounts, he tried to do…
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