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Religion and Faith

Future faith: How the pandemic is changing the ways we worship

Future faith: How the pandemic is changing the ways we worship

Most faith communities in the U.S. are meeting in person again. But not everyone is eager to return to how things were before the pandemic. How might faith communities adapt?
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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U.S. Supreme Court backs Minnesota Amish group in septic tank fight

The U.S. Supreme Court sided Friday with members of an Amish group in Minnesota who are fighting efforts by authorities to compel them to install septic systems, sending their appeal back to a state court for reconsideration in light of the high court's recent ruling in a religious freedom case.
by The Associated Press

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What transitioning taught a transgender pastor about power, sex and patriarchy

What transitioning taught a transgender pastor about power, sex and patriarchy

When Paula Stone Williams announced she was going to transition from being a man to being a woman, her world imploded. She lost her job as a Christian leader, and her family was in turmoil. In her new memoir, she shares what she discovered about herself, what it means to be transgender, and what she learned about the patriarchy as she lives her life as a strong woman.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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U.S. Catholic bishops OK steps toward possible rebuke of Biden

U.S. Catholic bishops OK steps toward possible rebuke of Biden

U.S. Catholic bishops have overwhelmingly approved the drafting of a “teaching document” that many of them hope will rebuke Catholic politicians, including President Joe Biden, for receiving Communion despite their support for abortion rights.
by The Associated Press

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Supreme Court rules Catholic group doesn't have to consider LGBTQ foster parents

Supreme Court rules Catholic group doesn't have to consider LGBTQ foster parents

The decision marks a triumph for a new brand of conservatism on the court, which is putting the Constitution's guarantee to the free exercise of religion at the highest level of protection.
by Nina Totenberg

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