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In 1863, President Abraham Lincoln, with a stroke of the pen, signed the document that signaled the beginning of the end of slavery. No more could…
Buddhism
Awarded for “Outstanding Inner Peace” 93-year old Buddhist teacher and famous Zen master, Thich Nhat Hanh has been awarded the Luxembourg Peace Prize by the World…
Catholicism
Archbishop Wilton Gregory may also become the first African-American Cardinal eligible to vote for the next pope. Pope Francis named Wilton Gregory, the former Archbishop of…
Baptist
They refuse to be guided by either the liberal left or the hard right. Representatives of National Baptist Convention USA and Progressive National Baptist Convention (PNBC),…
Christianity
It helps Republicans that Alabama is a conservative state. Outside Alabama, the key issue being discussed in the Alabama senate race is the allegations that Roy…
Religion News
President Criticized during Ministers March for Justice. Reverend Jesse Jackson, the well-known activist for civil rights, came to Washington D.C. on September 4, to give an…
Catholicism
Trump is more determined to pursue peace after visit to the Vatican. In a brief, notably awkward encounter, President Donald J. Trump met with Pope Francis[/tweetit]…
Baptist
Three great religious leaders who inspire random acts of kindness to this day. Individuals and groups across the U.S. are celebrating Random Acts of Kindness Week. …
Featured Contributors
Featured Contributor Shehla Ahmad reflects on how Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s words are so relevant to today’s society. “Hate cannot drive out hate; only love…
Christianity
Hillary Clinton shares her religious beliefs and highlights core Christian values of love and service at National Baptist Convention. Jesus’ teachings of love and service have…
Catholicism
Thousands gather for the “glorification” ceremony of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Even as Catholics around the world are celebrating the elevation of Mother Teresa to…
Issues
Two ministers defied the UMC ban on same-sex marriage at Charlotte’s First United Methodist Church. In 2015, a United States ruling legalized same-sex marriage in all…