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Ben Carson’s faith (and mine) has already touched your life
(RNS) — In what might well be a "dog whistle" statement aimed at alienating evangelical Christian voters in Iowa who like…
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British Parliament rejects controversial right-to-die bill
Should physician-assisted suicide be legal in Massachusetts? Some say the measure helps people seeking to avoid a painful death, others believe unintended…
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Can Indiana compromise on LGBT rights, religious liberty?
The "Utah compromise" was hailed by some as a groundbreaking balance of religious liberty and LGBT rights. But now, as…
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Mass. pastor faces possible fine for harsh anti-gay efforts in Uganda
(RNS) — The Rev. Scott Lively runs a Bible study four mornings a week at Holy Grounds Coffee House in Springfield, Mass. His…
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In choosing the name ‘Francis,’ new pope sent a clear message
Written by Kimberly Winston (RNS) — He could have chosen Paul. Or Clement. Or Pius. Or even Innocent — all earlier popes, all well-known…
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Pope Francis’ spontaneity makes security a challenge
Written by Rosie Scammell ROME (RNS) — Pope Francis likes to get close to Catholics, whether showing up unannounced at Mass or stepping…