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Nine Reasons Why Democrats Shouldn’t Invite Nuns on the Bus to the Convention

By Sarah Posner

…get is not a religious document. This, of course, would be an implicit and welcome rejection the longtime mantra of Jim Wallis and others that the “budget is a moral document.” The budget is an economic document that reflects the nation’s priorities; if individuals’ religious preferences factor into how they evaluate those priorities, that’s one thing. But elected officials should not base legislation on any particular religious view, or any parti…

An Immoderate Proposal: Sam Rodriguez, “Centrist” Evangelical, to Give Benediction at RNC

By Sarah Posner

…rm, marriage equality, and reproductive rights. Those views might make him welcome in the GOP, even if the party hasn’t exactly welcomed his efforts to move it forward on another issue near and dear to him: immigration reform. Back in 2008 and 2009, Rodriguez was promoted by Democratic-leaning groups Faith in Public Life and Third Way as a centrist evangelical who had grown weary of the culture wars and wanted to bring evangelicals into a “broader…

Four Reasons for Optimism in the Wake of Tragedy—Insights from a Sikh and a Unitarian Minister

By Erik Martinez Resly

…and participated in efforts that make all members of our communities feel welcome and cared for, including food banks, tree plantings, health clinics, sports clubs, and mentoring programs? Erik: It took many weeks before I could pour from a gallon jug of water (while standing) without spilling on someone’s food. The institution of langar illustrates how compassion, or daya, is not an abstract concept but a learned craft. It is not enough to espou…

Crowdfunding Joplin Mosque Project Blows Past Its Goals

By Katie Toth

…Rizwarm Ahmad said she found the gesture heartwarming: “I feel like we are welcome here. Reassuring us that we are not alone in it and the community has shown that we are all in this together.” Missouri Muslims are dedicated to preventing a similar attack from happening in the future. According to a campaign update by Shahed Amanullah on behalf of the Joplin Mosque, the new mosque will include enhanced security systems. “Most of all, we want the t…

LifeSite Complains that Local Boy Scout Chapter is Not Homophobic Enough

By Katie Toth

…esota’s biggest Boy Scout group said Tuesday that gays and lesbians remain welcome in its troops, despite a national announcement that the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) will continue to bar leaders, employees and members who are “open or avowed homosexuals.” “We’re a reflection of the community,” said Kent York, spokesman for the Northern Star Council, which has 75,000 Scouts in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. “Our commitment has been to reach out…

Romney’s Compliment to the Jewish People Closer to a Slur

By Shalom Goldman

…a poke at what Donald Rumsfeld once referred to as ‘Old Europe’ might be a welcome thrust). But Romney’s remarks about Jewish superiority were of a different order, and it’s not only the Palestinian leadership that should be aghast at his remarks. Essentially, what the GOP’s candidate for president was saying is that “Jews are good with money.” While the wealthy businessmen and investors at the breakfast might have taken that as a compliment (thou…

An Historic Meeting: African and African Diaspora Women Convene in Ghana for First-Ever Religion Conference

By Rosetta E. Ross

…ional Ghanaian drummers and dancers began the conference with an ebullient welcome. Amid the ceremony’s invocation of a “Spirit of Unity,” evocation of ancestors, and call for a commitment to work together, Ghanaian theologian Elizabeth Amoah lamented some Africans’ roles in capturing and trading other Africans into enslavement and expressed hope for possibilities of the meeting. Other program highlights included lectures by Oduyoye and Jamaican…

Dear Gay Kid

By Peter Montgomery

…, seek friends who share your values, and you can find deep, meaningful, lasting relationships—and the love of a lifetime. I know—I have. And, if it is important to you, you can find Christian churches that will welcome you as a child of God, will celebrate your gifts, and will bless your relationship. Many churches don’t put God in the same box Matt does. Listen to your heart and follow where it takes you….

Mitt Romney’s Best-Known Mormon Critic Tells it All. One Last Time.

By Joanna Brooks

…ent. Because he held those roles, it meant that I should be respectful and welcome him when he came to my home and that I should accept callings (church service assignments) from him. I’d had other bishops I’d felt comfortable talking over personal or spiritual issues with. I learned, though, that probably Mitt was not that person. Not all bishops are alike in their pastoral or counseling abilities. Right. Later bishops treated me with respect. B…

Laura Ingraham Hangs Up on Rev. Over Jesus/Abortion Comments

By Evan Derkacz

…munity. That did not happen. [Rush transcript may not be verbatim] *** LI: Welcome to our show. RT: Thank you for inviting me. LI: You are a minister so I take it you follow the teachings of Jesus. RT: Yes, that’s true. LI: If Jesus were here today do you think he would counsel a woman to have an abortion? RT: Jesus always showed compassion to women. He acted with respect even to the ones who were accused of sexual impropriety. I’m sure Jesus woul…