Thursday digest

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New today from the Century:

• John Buchanan on religious diversity (subscription required)
• A poem by Brian Doyle
• Rachel Hackenberg on the myth of ministry as a helping profession
• I highlight violence against Iraqi Christians

In the news:

• Study sees link between education and views of heaven

• Colleges sign up for Obama's interfaith program

• With spotlight on Mormon faith, scholars gather to defend it

• Study of secularism sees boost on college campuses 

• Church hosts alternative to Perry prayer rally

Links from elsewhere:

• A welcome move from the Air Force
• Photos of children and where they sleep