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Religion News Service

Religion News Service (RNS) aims to be the largest single source of news about religion, spirituality and ideas. We strive to inform, illuminate and inspire public discourse on matters relating to belief and convictions.

California congregations vow to help neighbors even as their buildings are lost to fires

Wildfires engulf California congregations, causing immense loss. Find out how one synagogue managed to save their Torah scrolls.

119th Congress adds 2 Hindus, 2 nones, remains mostly Christian

New Pew Research report reveals 87% of the 119th Congress identifies as Christian, while religious 'nones' remain underrepresented despite growing US population trends.

The new leaders in the world of faith to follow in 2025

Even as U.S. politics seemed to be locked into familiar patterns, a few faith leaders showed the ability to take the country in new directions.

When Carter ran for president, advisers worried Christian faith would be a liability

Explore Jimmy Carter's unique evangelical faith that combined born-again conviction with social justice, challenging both his campaign advisers and the emerging Christian right.

At Trump’s inauguration, reports of a pay-to-pray

Delve into the controversy surrounding Trump's pay-to-pray inauguration service. Learn about the steep donation requirements to participate.

Religious traditions can help with holiday blues, mental health experts say

Faith communities and spiritual practices offer mental health support during winter holidays, when depression and anxiety often increase, experts and research show.

Brian Thompson’s death was not just murder. It was terrorism.

Gain insight into Jeffrey Salkin's thoughts on the murder of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, and the need for a collective response to acts of violence despite our opinions on policy or class.

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