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How the Maine Schools Ruling Affects Separation of Church and State
Conservative Supreme Court justices have “chipped away” at separation of church and state, though the right-leaning wing of the court is divided on whether the concept is still viable, says Willamette University professor Steven Green.
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What's in the Supreme Court's Recent Decisions on Schools and Crime?
As the public awaits a coming decision that could overturn Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court released a batch of other decisions. They ruled in favor of religious freedom in a Maine case on school choice, and tweaked a criminal sentencing rule on attempted robbery cases. Constitutional attorney Andrew M. Lieb joins LX News to discuss.
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Chrissy Metz of ‘This Is Us' Writes Book for Children
“This is Us” star Chrissy Metz is teaming with partner Bradley Collins on a children’s book about parenting and religious faith.
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How Your Workplace Can Be More Inclusive to All Faiths
Muslim workers are often left out of consideration of workplace diversity initiatives, says Insider reporter Marguerite Ward. She joined LX News to share more from her recent article where Muslim leaders offered advice to CEOs on creating a more accommodating and inclusive workplace for people of all faiths.
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Faith Keeps This Struggling Washington Family Going
In 1989, Rosa Guzman crossed the border from Mexico to join her husband in the Pacific Northwest, where he worked in packing houses. Guzman moved often before settling in Bingen, Washington, on the shores of the Columbia River, where NBCLX contributor Michael Hanson photographed her for this installment in our “Standing Still” series. Just before the pandemic hit, Guzman became...
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NJ Prosecutor Won't Seek Criminal Charges in 2nd-Grader's Hijab Pull Case
The incident in question happened in early October, but the fallout lasted for months after.
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One Man Has Been Released Uninjured From a Dallas-Area Synagogue Standoff Where a Man Has Been Holding at Least Four People Hostage
The synagogue had been livestreaming its service on Facebook when listeners started to hear muffled audio between an alleged hostage taker and negotiators.
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Millennials Lead Shift Away From Organized Religion as Pandemic Tests Americans' Faith
It’s not uncommon for people to seek God during times of hardship. However, the opposite appears to have happened during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Trump Says American Jews ‘Either Don't Like Israel Or Don't Care About Israel' in New Interview
“Evangelical Christians love Israel more than the Jews in this country,” said Donald Trump, who argued President Biden undercut Israel’s sway over Congress.
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What's Your Religion? In US, a Common Reply Now Is ‘None'
When Americans are asked by pollsters about their religious identity, the fastest-growing major group consists of those who don’t affiliate with any organized religion.
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Supreme Court Conservatives Sound Skeptical of State Funding Exclusion for Religious Education
The Supreme Court’s 6-3 conservative majority appeared willing to broaden the scope of public funding for religious education.
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Faith, Family and Funerals in One Texas City: Dying to Be Wrong, Episode 3
“Faith over fear” is a common expression among residents in San Angelo, Texas, which was considered the fastest growing Texas city for COVID-19 cases in September 2021. In episode 3 of “Dying to Be Wrong,” a four-part mini-documentary series, NBCLX storyteller Cody Broadway tells stories of faith and fear – from a vaccinated preacher’s death to the stress funeral...
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Abortion, Guns, Religion Top a Big Supreme Court Term
The future of abortion rights is in the hands of a conservative Supreme Court that’s beginning a new term on Monday.
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The First Trans Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Wants Others to Follow the Path They Blazed
Rev. Megan Rohrer became the first openly transgender bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in September 2021. And now they are using their new platform to work toward diversifying the leadership of the church and cheerleading for others who are “living in the intersections.”
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Some Praise, Some Doubts as Facebook Rolls Out a Prayer Tool
Facebook already asks for your thoughts. Now it wants your prayers. The social media giant has rolled out a new prayer request feature, a tool embraced by some religious leaders as a cutting-edge way to engage the faithful online.
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Pope Francis Undergoes Colon Surgery in Rome, ‘Reacted Well,' Vatican Says
Pope Francis, who is 84 years old, has a narrowing of his large intestine. He underwent surgery at a Rome hospital.
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U.S. and UK Embassies in the UAE Face Backlash After Flying Rainbow Pride Flag in Historic Regional First
It’s the first time any diplomatic mission has flown a gay pride flag in the religiously conservative Arab Gulf, causing controversy.
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Transgender Rights, Religion Among Cases Justices Could Add
A closely watched voting rights dispute from Arizona is among five cases standing between the Supreme Court and its summer break.
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Supreme Court Sides With Catholic Adoption Agency That Refuses to Work With LGBT Couples
Chief Justice John Roberts wrote that Philadelphia violated the First Amendment by refusing to contract with Catholic Social Services.
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Watch Live: Biden Delivers Remarks on Middle East After Israel, Hamas Agree to Cease-Fire
Biden told Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a day earlier that he expected “a significant de-escalation” in the fighting, the White House said.