U.S. Government Sees Wave Of Catholic Leaders
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with theology professor Steven Millies from the Catholic Theological Union about the current wave of Catholic representation in national government.
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At The National Prayer Service, A Plea To Avoid 'Simplistic Calls For Unity'
Speakers at the service see a "new America" and embrace a range of progressive causes. "The only way to establish domestic tranquility is to establish justice," the Rev. William Barber II says.
Rev. William Barber Gives Homily At Presidential Inaugural Prayer Service
North Carolina minister and civil rights leader Rev. William Barber left his mark during this morning's interfaith Presidential Inaugural Prayer Service.
Faith Leaders Called For Divine Blessing Of New Administration On Inauguration Day
Wednesday's post-inauguration prayer service, a tradition dating to George Washington's inauguration, featured faith leaders from various religious traditions. Many were from progressive backgrounds.
A Jesuit Priest On How Faith Informs Biden's Leadership
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with the Rev. James Martin, a writer and Jesuit priest, about President Biden's inaugural address and the role that faith has played in his personal and political life.
Legacy Of Travel Ban Will Be Hard For Biden To Erase
President-elect Biden has pledged to quickly end the Trump administration's travel ban on Muslim-majority countries. But immigrant advocates say the lasting effects of policy will be harder to undo.
Militant Christian Nationalists Remain A Potent Force, Even After The Capitol Riot
The conviction of some Christians that God has a particular plan for America gave extra potency to efforts in support of Trump's attempts to overturn his election defeat.
Rev. Dyson Imagines How St. Paul Would Admonish The U.S. For Racism
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Reverend Michael Eric Dyson about the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., and racism in politics and religion.
Some Christians Feel It's A God-Given Mission To Fight On Trump's Behalf
Some of the extremists who assaulted the U.S. Capitol are Christian nationalists. They believe they are on a divine mission to challenge government institutions in the name of God.
Andy Puddicombe: What Is The Connection Between Mind, Body, And Breath?
Mindfulness expert and Headspace co-founder Andy Puddicombe guides listeners through a meditative reflection on appreciating breath.