Donald Trump Meets Evangelical Leaders In New York
Donald Trump met Tuesday afternoon with hundreds of evangelical leaders in New York City for a discussion on various political and moral issues.
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Southern Baptist Convention Urges Churches To Welcome Refugees
The Southern Baptist Convention is not known for its progressivism. But this year's annual meeting of Southern Baptist churches passed resolutions calling for the end of the display of the Confederate battle flag and urged churches to welcome refugees.
Southern Baptists Split With Donald Trump On Refugee Resettlement
At the annual meeting of Southern Baptist churches, delegates affirmed a Christian duty to welcome refugees and called for an end to the display of the Confederate battle flag.
How LGBTQ People Of Color Are Dealing With Orlando: Code Switch Podcast, Episode 4
The tragedy in Orlando shook many people in communities that already feel vulnerable: LGBTQ Americans, Latinos, Muslims, immigrant families, and those living at the intersection of these identities.
Chicago Archdiocese To Offer Paid Family Leave
Chicago's Catholic Archdiocese next month begins offering 12 weeks of paid parental leave to its employees. Officials say the directive ensures personnel policies are in line with church teachings.
Dalai Lama Meets With President Obama; China Objects
The spiritual leader, visiting the White House, offered condolences for the shootings in Orlando. China, as usual, condemned the meeting, saying it encourages Tibetan separatists.
What Queer Muslims Are Saying About The Orlando Shooting
Since the tragic attack on a gay nightclub in Orlando, many queer Muslims have spoken out about living at the intersection of two marginalized identities. Here's what some folks had to say.
Mourners From Far And Wide Honor Muhammad Ali At Muslim Prayer Service
A Muslim prayer service to honor the life of Muhammad Ali was held on Thursday in Louisville, Kentucky — in the same building where he won his final hometown fight in 1961.
Why Would The Pro-Clinton SuperPAC Target Conservative Christians?
A new ad from Priorities USA Action has overt religious messaging, which isn't likely to get many evangelicals to vote for Hillary Clinton. But it might keep some from voting for Donald Trump.
National Cathedral Will Remove Confederate Flags From Stained Glass Windows
The windows, which honor Gens. Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson, will remain during a period of "public dialogue" on race and slavery. But the battle flags will be replaced with plain glass.