Tom Heneghan
Germany eyes mosque tax to fund Muslim groups
In Germany, some politicians see taxing Muslims as a strategy to keep them from becoming radicalized. Some Muslim leaders think it might be a good idea, too.
...Theology faculties adapt Islam for Germany
While Germany’s politicians are loudly debating whether Islam is compatible with democracy, five of its state universities are quietly developing new Islamic theology faculties that are striving to...
German Protestants assist rebuilding notorious church
The Garrison Church in Potsdam, Germany, would seem an unlikely monument for present-day Christians to want to rebuild.
...Catholics, Lutherans plan liturgy for jointly marking Reformation anniversary
Catholics and Lutherans have made another step toward joint commemoration of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation in 2017 by issuing common liturgical guidelines for ecumenical services to mark...
Belgian archbishop says Catholic hospitals can deny euthanasia
The new head of the Roman Catholic Church in Belgium is demanding that faith-run hospitals and nursing homes have the right to refuse euthanasia to patients.
...Politics threaten plans for historic gathering of Orthodox churches
A religious summit last held more than 1,200 years ago is now in jeopardy because of Syria’s civil war.
...Churches vary in response to refugees
Europe’s refugee crisis has inspired faith communities across the continent to open their doors to the newcomers and advocate for more state and private help, but the urgency of their calls and the...
'Hands off my church' petition plays on fears French have of Islam
More than 40,000 French signed a petition denouncing a Muslim leader’s remark that some of France’s many empty or underused churches could be turned into mosques.
...Muslims scholar takes on issue of varying global Ramadan fasting times
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