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Religion and Faith

The roots of faith

The roots of faith

She's written insightful books on the world's three major religions. Now Karen Armstrong examines the surprising common roots of Islam, Buddhism and Christianity.

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Official dismisses speculation of archbishop's successor

Official dismisses speculation of archbishop's successor

Roman Catholics here are speculating over a possible successor for Archbishop Harry Flynn of St. Paul-Minneapolis, who will reach the common retirement age of 75 in less than two years.

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Religion, politics and international relations

Religion, politics and international relations

Former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright discusses the situation in Iraq and the Middle East, as well as her new book, "The Mighty and the Almighty: Reflections on America, God and World Affairs," in an appearance at the Commonwealth Club of California.

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A quiet standoff at Fargo soldier's funeral

A quiet standoff at Fargo soldier's funeral

Hundreds of people gathered Friday in Fargo to bury a local man killed last week in Iraq. As the crowd gathered to remember 21-year-old Michael Hermanson, a handful of protesters waved anti-gay, anti- military signs outside the church.
by Dan Gunderson

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Balancing faith and politics

Balancing faith and politics

Faith and religion are more entwined than ever in politics, mostly by conservative Christians and Republicans. Democrats have been trying to show how their political views are shaped by faith as well. Former Vice President Walter Mondale spoke on the subject Thursday at a conference at the United Theological Seminary in New Brighton.

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Pentecostalism turns 100

Pentecostalism turns 100

One of the fastest growing Christian movements began 100 years ago this week in Los Angeles. Pentecostals from all over the world joined in the Azusa Street Centennial.

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The "democracy, whiskey and sex guide to Iraq"

The "democracy, whiskey and sex guide to Iraq"

Baghdad blogger "Salam Pax" offers what he calls a "democracy, whiskey and sex guide to Iraq" in a speech from the Commonwealth Club of California.

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Faith on Capitol Hill

Faith on Capitol Hill

A broadcast of Kerri Miller's conversation with U.S. Senate Chaplain Barry Black. Rev. Black is the first African-American to serve in the post. He spoke at the Cathedral in St. Paul on April 12, 2006, about the role of faith in bringing him out of troubled times.

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Dalai Lama speaks of compassion

Dalai Lama speaks of compassion

THe Dalai Lama spoke at the Mayo Clinic today. He said compassion for oneself and others were keys to a healthy body and a healthy society.
by Sea Stachura

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Dalai Lama visits Minnesota

Dalai Lama visits Minnesota

Excitement is building among Minnesota's Tibetan population for a visit from the Dalai Lama on Sunday. The Dalai Lama is the political leader for the Tibetan government in exile, now based in India.
by Art Hughes

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