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Sep 06 2024RELIGION

Who Gets to Pray? A Look at the Satanic Temple's Fight for Inclusion

A federal appeals court has upheld a ruling that the Boston City Council didn't discriminate against the Satanic Temple when it refused to let them give a prayer before a meeting. The court said that each councilor has the right to choose who they invite and that the city has never shown favoritism

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Sep 06 2024RELIGION

Love Thy Neighbor? The Shrinking Role of Religion in American Charity

Did you know that religious faith has long been the biggest driver of charitable giving in America? This article explores that connection, highlighting the work of the Mennonite Disaster Service who selflessly rebuild homes after disasters. But here's a question: what if this strong link between rel

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Sep 06 2024RELIGION

Can Harmony Bloom Amidst Religious Differences? Pope Francis Seeks Answers in Indonesia

Pope Francis touched down in Indonesia, a nation with the world's largest Muslim population, on a mission to promote interfaith harmony. He emphasized the urgent need for mutual respect and understanding, posing a crucial question: Can we truly overcome prejudice and build bridges in our increasing

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Sep 06 2024RELIGION

A Tunnel of Friendship? Pope and Imam Join Forces, But Can We Really Bridge the Divide?

Pope Francis and the grand imam of Istiqlal Mosque, Nasaruddin Umar, have teamed up to promote peace and environmental protection – a powerful image, to be sure. But how genuine is this “symphony of faith and unity”? Francis made a symbolic visit to Jakarta's iconic Istiqlal Mosque, meeting with

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