RELIGION
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What ‘The White Lotus’ gets wrong about the meaning and goals of common Buddhist practices
(The Conversation) — The new season of “The White Lotus” is set on a luxury resort on the Thai island…
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These churches offer shelter and sanctuary to vulnerable migrants. Here’s why
(NPR) — The Rev. Jim Rigby has one question on his mind these days: What’s the plan if immigration officers…
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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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DOGE raids nonprofit advocating for peace, religious freedom
(RNS) — The U.S. Institute of Peace filed a lawsuit against the Department of Government Efficiency on Tuesday (March 18),…
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Congressman Eric Swalwell and the Fight for Democracy
This week, Representative Eric Swalwell joins host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush to discuss the ongoing challenges facing American democracy,…
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Rupnik’s case casts light on the sexual abuse of nuns
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Three women who claim to have suffered abuse at the hands of the Slovenian Jesuit priest…
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Defunded evangelical aid groups are reaping what the religious right sowed
(RNS) — In a meeting at the White House on Wednesday (March 5), white evangelical Christians, who have for decades…
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Fighting antisemitism online is an endless, tiring battle
(RNS) — My late mother always used to tell me: “Jeffrey, do not engage with crazy haters on Facebook.” Actually,…
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Who’s who at the Vatican?
(The Conversation) — For more than two weeks, eyes have been on the Vatican, awaiting news about Pope Francis’ health.…
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As Black History Month ends, a reading list for the rest of the year
(RNS) — I always tell people that, as a college professor, I got to do the two things I loved…
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