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On Purim in wartime, Jews wrestle with a biblical story of retribution

The Purim festival of fun and frivolity has been harder for some Jews to celebrate in the wake of the destruction of Gaza.

Pope Francis suffers two ‘acute respiratory failures’

On Monday (March 3), Pope Francis suffered two respiratory crisis and now has a "guarded" prognosis. He has been in the hospital since Feb. 14.

Faith groups claim legal victories on refugees, ICE raids at houses of worship

This week, courts blocked efforts to dismantle the refugee program and reinstated protections against immigration raids at some houses of worship.

Trump’s pick of Paula White-Cain for Faith Office sparks controversy

Trump's pick of Pentecostel Pastor Paula White-Cain to lead the White House Faith Office sparks uproar within his Christian base of conservative Calvinists.

Fans say God doesn’t care who wins the Super Bowl

Despite 123.7 million Super Bowl viewers, most Americans don’t believe God cares about the game’s outcome. A recent Lifeway Research study shows only 13% think God is concerned.

US has low levels of ‘religious nationalism,’ but its impact stands out

A recent Pew study shows the U.S. has a relatively low level of religious nationalism, with 6% of adults identifying as religious nationalists, compared to other countries.

In sermon to Trump, Bishop Mariann Budde pleads for immigrants, transgender rights

Read about the controversial sermon directed to President Donald Trump, who attended with his family and VP, by the Rt. Rev. Mariann Budde at the Washington National Cathedral prayer service.

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