Saturday, September 6, 2008

religion

Israel's Historic Achievement

Sixty years is a short time in the life of a state. more >>

"The Role of Women is Changing" in the Arab World: A Conversation with Queen Noor al-Hussein

American-born Queen Noor married King Hussein of Jordan in 1978. more >>

The Evangelical Manifesto: What It Means

An important new statement says theological principles should trump policy preferences. more >>

The Reverend Wright Controversy Draws Attention to the United Church of Christ

The UCC leadership, embracing controversy, welcomes debate over its liberal stands. more >>

In Iran, Covert Christian Converts Live With Secrecy and Fear

A draft Iranian law would mandate the death penalty for apostasy. more >>

Obama Holds On to His Jewish Supporters

Obama currently does better among Jewish voters than presumed McCain, according to a Gallup Poll. more >>

Does Wright Represent Black Church-Goers?

Two leading experts share their diverging views. more >>

Why Islamic States Would Be Bad for Muslims

Defining 'sharia' is crucial to finding a healthy place for religion in Muslim nations. more >>

U.S. News's Secrets of Islam

What do Muslims really believe? Who was Muhammad? What is the significance of the pilgrimage to Mecca? U.S. News provides answers to these and many other questions in its series Secrets of Islam: The Essential Guide to the World's Fastest-Growing Religion. more >>

The Pope Confronts the Priest Sex Scandal

Pleased with the pontiff's response, victims now want the church to follow through. more >>

The Pope Praises Catholic Educators

The pontiff offered encouragement, not ultimatums on "minimal Catholicity." more >>

What to Do About the Priest Shortage

The Pope opposes liberalizing the rules, but most Catholics disagree. more >>

Jewish Voters Still Have Questions About Obama

Jewish voters still are unsure of the presidential candidate. more >>

Candidates Speak About Their Religious Beliefs

One impact of the pope's visit was to inspire media coverage of religion in public life. more >>

The Vatican on Muslims and Jews

The pope has offended some followers of other faiths but may be mending fences. more >>

Pope Warns Bishops Against Creeping Secularism

Speaking to bishops, the pontiff makes a strong defense of faith in a secular world. more >>

Top U.S. Officials of All Faiths Welcome Pope Benedict

Catholic senators and representatives to participate in Pope's visit. more >>

The Pope Has an Eager Audience in Youth

A new survey shows that younger Catholics are more in sync with pre-Vatican II practices. more >>

Clinton and Obama Address Religion in Effort to Reassure Democratic Voters

The Democratic candidates this cycle are putting their beliefs out front to reassure religious voters. more >>

Pope Benedict XVI's Visit Begins Tomorrow

Here’s the schedule of events. more >>

Churches Tackle Worshipers' Money Management

Christian believers look for financial wisdom in the Bible. more >>

Fever Grows for Faith-Based Funds

Protestant, Catholic, and Islamic principles are dictating investment strategies. more >>

Why the Pope Is Wrong About Condoms

An interview with South African Bishop Kevin Dowling, an AIDS activist. more >>

A Legacy of Beauty

Islam has nourished a rich tradition in the decorative arts. more >>

The Short-Lived Romance of Muslim Spain

The city of Córdoba was once dubbed the "ornament of the world." more >>

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