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Priest professing Islam deposed by Episcopalians: Ann Holmes Redding

Japanese theologian Kosuke Koyama: Theology rooted in the experiences of ordinary people

Letters indicate church knew of abuse in 1950s: Servants of the Paraclete founder warned church leaders

White House releases final faith-based panel names: A diverse council

Presbyterians, Lutherans cut jobs, reduce budgets: Slumping stock portfolios; declines in donations

Churches dread giving pink slips: Tough-minded financial decisions

Century Marks

Century Marks

First parishioner: Aides and friends of President Obama have been quietly visiting churches in Washington, D.C., to help the first family find a spiritual home. The Obamas are looking for a church whose beliefs match theirs and one that has a youth ministry suitable for their daughters and is active in helping the needy. Security logistics are also a factor (Boston Globe, March 22).

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Gallup survey finds Muslims are younger, more racially diverse: A national portrait

Top Vatican ethicist says abortion saved life of nine-year-old rape victim: Says doctors do not merit excommunication

Pope stirs condom debate; UCC unit urges condom distribution in churches: HIV/AIDS prevention

Senator lauds a move toward accountability: Chuck Grassley's investigation

Study says faithful opt for aggressive treatment: Surprising results

President: Deduction limit is fair, adds new revenue: Expects little impact on charitable giving

Will Obama's plan to trim charitable tax deductions hurt religious groups? Religious groups may be spared general decline in giving: Religious groups may be spared general decline in giving

Pioneer Episcopal priest named to top judgeship: Emily C. Hewitt

Obama prays over phone with handful of pastors: Otis Moss Jr., Jim Wallis and others

Praying for the president—regardless of party: Presidential Prayer Team

by John Dart

Earmark excess: An opportunity for reform

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