Sexuality, Society and the Church: Events Highlight Ongoing Shifts, Debates
Monday, May 14, 2012
President Barack Obama’s public, personal embrace of same-sex marriage has brought to the fore ongoing debates within the church about homosexuality, with leaders among denominations both affirming and rejecting its presence.
Obama Backs Same-Sex Marriage, Denomination Leader Applauds Stance
Wednesday, May 09, 2012
U.S. President Barack Obama has for the first time publicly expressed support for same-sex marriage on Wednesday, citing his Christian faith’s “Golden Rule” as a factor, while the head of the gay-marriage-affirming denomination to which the President once belonged called the stance courageous.
Ex-NCC General Secretary Takes University Post
Wednesday, May 09, 2012
The Rev. Dr. Michael Kinnamon, the former general secretary of the National Council of Churches, will accepta a three-year academic post at Seattle University.
Boehner Chooses Ayn Rand's Values over Social Teachings of His Catholic Faith: Commentator
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
In advocating for cuts to the U.S. social safety net, House Speaker John Boehner has chosen the “radical values of Ayn Rand” over the social teachings of his Catholic faith, a commentator with a religion-based group said Tuesday.
Church's Unlocked Doors Policy May Have Saved Family from Tornado
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
A congregation’s decision three years ago to leave the doors of a Thurman, Iowa church unlocked allowed a family to take refuge in the building’s basement, likely saving their lives, as a fierce tornado struck over the weekend.
White House Hosts Multi-Denominational Easter Prayer Breakfast
Thursday, April 05, 2012
President Barack Obama hosted leaders of diverse Christian denominations at the White House on Wednesday.
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Rev. Jefferts Schori to Take Questions at Webcast Ahead of Episcopal Convention
J.R. Martinez ‘Inspired’ by Church, to Speak at Youth Event
UK Church Leaders Launch Lenten Campaign for Climate Change
Methodists Continue Alcohol-Free Lenten Campaign
UK Celebrates 60 Years of Queen Elizabeth on the Throne
African Church Leaders Meet to Discuss Peace and Security
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