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Catholic bishops meeting to discuss marriage, Obama, Latin Mass

Catholic bishops meeting to discuss marriage, Obama, Latin Mass.

By Michelle Boorstein | November 15, 2009; 08:48 PM ET | Comments (0)

Head of kosher slaughterhouse convicted of fraud

Some Jewish groups are praising the conviction of the former head of a kosher slaughterhouse where federal agents conducted a massive immigration raid last year in Iowa.

By Michelle Boorstein | November 13, 2009; 01:00 PM ET | Comments (0)

Civil vs. religious rights in D.C. same-sex marriage law

The same-sex marriage measure making its way through the D.C. City Council is proving good fodder for the debate that's heated up in recent years between faith-based groups and groups advocating for same-sex couples.

By Michelle Boorstein | November 13, 2009; 08:44 AM ET | Comments (0)

Shakeup At Washington Times: Economics or church politics?

Washington Times changes about economics or church politics?

By Michelle Boorstein | November 11, 2009; 08:15 AM ET | Comments (0)

Jewish Assembly hears White House call for talks with Palestinians

By Michelle Boorstein | November 11, 2009; 08:05 AM ET | Comments (1)

Obama's faith office launches website

White House creates new site for Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships

By William Wan | November 10, 2009; 01:23 PM ET | Comments (0)

Jewish fundraisers to hear from Netanyahu, Emanuel in DC

More than 3,000 people are at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel for the annual conference of The Jewish Federations of North America.

By Michelle Boorstein | November 9, 2009; 08:42 AM ET | Comments (0)

Muslim American groups condemn Fort Hood shootings

Muslim American organizations hurried Friday to condemn the shootings at Fort Hood, saying they have already begun receiving some hate mail and emphasizing that there are thousands of Muslims serving in the armed forces.

By David Waters | November 6, 2009; 11:55 AM ET | Comments (1)

Orthodox Church leader pushes health care, nonviolence in DC meetings

In Washington, Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew spoke about the spiritual imperative for nonviolence, universal health care and reducing consumption to help the environment.

By Michelle Boorstein | November 4, 2009; 09:13 AM ET | Comments (3)

Anglican archbishop to meet with pope

More fallout from the Catholic Church's overtures to Anglicans to convert

By William Wan | November 3, 2009; 09:24 AM ET | Comments (0)

Tough times for Scientology

A bruising bad few weeks for Scientology; Much criticism coming from former members.

By William Wan | November 3, 2009; 08:54 AM ET | Comments (0)

D.C.'s Newest Environmental Advocate: The Orthodox Patriarch

Top U.S. officials will meet this week with an unusual environmental lobbyist: the head of the world Orthodox Church.

By Michelle Boorstein | November 2, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (2)

Beliefnet editor resigns to work for Obama administration

Head of Beliefnet.com quits to work for Obama administration

By William Wan | October 28, 2009; 02:58 PM ET | Comments (1)

Chinese Religious Freedom Lawyers Aim For Obama's Attention

A half-dozen Chinese legal experts are in Washington today to try and publicize the issue of religious freedom in China, but U.S. officials have thus far refused to meet with them.

By Michelle Boorstein | October 28, 2009; 07:45 AM ET | Comments (0)

Religious leaders condemn Nazi imagery

Religous leaders ask politicians and pundits to drop Nazi imagery in policy battles

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | October 27, 2009; 12:36 PM ET | Comments (0)

Sikh's Turban Allowed in Army

Army issues exception for Sikh doctor pleading to keep his turban and unshorn hair

By William Wan | October 27, 2009; 09:05 AM ET | Comments (0)

Elie Wiesel Speaks at John Hagee Event

John McCain had to distance himself from controversial Texas megapastor John Hagee, but Holocaust survivor and Nobel Peace Prize winner Elie Wiesel doesn't mind standing with Hagee.

By Michelle Boorstein | October 27, 2009; 08:56 AM ET | Comments (0)

Pro-life pumpkins?

Anti-abortion groups is asking for pro-life pumpkins

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | October 26, 2009; 11:25 AM ET | Comments (0)

Obama faith adviser says she was misled

Obama faith adviser says she was misled about the nature of a TV talk show on which she was interviewed. It was hosted by a group condemned by State Department.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | October 23, 2009; 08:42 AM ET | Comments (0)

Progressives rally for lower health care premiums

The coalition of progressive faith groups and labor groups that was rallying, praying and lobbying on Capitol Hill yesterday for health care reform is pushing for some specific things.

By Michelle Boorstein | October 21, 2009; 08:35 AM ET | Comments (1)

What's the "pious" view on health care? Activists rally today

Religious and labor groups rally today to promote 'moral and ethical' health care reform.

By Michelle Boorstein | October 20, 2009; 08:54 AM ET | Comments (0)

Wilmington Catholic diocese claims bankruptcy on eve of sex abuse case

Wilmington Catholic diocese is 7th diocese to file for bankruptcy because of sex-abuse claims

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | October 19, 2009; 01:53 PM ET | Comments (5)

Virginia Court Will Hear Appeal in Episcopal Property Battle

A years-long, multi-million-dollar land battle between the Episcopal Church in Virginia and conservatives who broke away from the denomination is headed back to court.

By Michelle Boorstein | October 14, 2009; 01:42 PM ET | Comments (13)

Intrigue over Shabbat Elevators

Rabbis prohibit use of Shabbat elevators

By William Wan | October 14, 2009; 09:58 AM ET | Comments (34)

Obama's Faith-Based Council Sticks to Middle Ground

The first effort of President Obama's new faith advisory council sidesteps some of the most contentious issues, including what kind of lengths faith-based social service groups need to go in order to separate government work from proselytizing and whether supporting same-sex parents means recognizing gay marriage.

By Michelle Boorstein | October 13, 2009; 02:19 PM ET | Comments (4)

Obama's Faith-Based Panels Release First Ideas Today

The U.S. government will much more systematically take the impact of religion into account in its dealings overseas if President Obama adopts the new recommendations of a White House advisory panel.

By Michelle Boorstein | October 13, 2009; 07:45 AM ET | Comments (1)

Evangelical Forum Tackles Nuclear Question

Movement among evangelicals advocating nuclear abolition

By William Wan | October 9, 2009; 01:01 PM ET | Comments (0)

Big Church-State Issues Fading in Mojave Cross Case?

According to close Supreme Court-watchers, the case before the justices about a 6 ½-foot cross built on a remote federal property in the California desert may not turn out to be as sweeping as some church-state types had hoped.

By Michelle Boorstein | October 8, 2009; 08:29 AM ET | Comments (2)

Pew Maps Muslim Populations Worldwide

Pew Forum maps Muslim populations worldwide

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | October 8, 2009; 08:23 AM ET | Comments (17)

Court to Hear Key Church-State Case about Cross Display

The Supreme Court this morning will hear what could be a very significant case about church-state relations.

By Michelle Boorstein | October 7, 2009; 09:11 AM ET | Comments (1)

Calls for Obama to Reconsider Dalai Lama Rebuff

There's some new pressure from Capitol Hill for President Obama to reconsider his rebuff of the Dalai Lama.

By Michelle Boorstein | October 7, 2009; 08:41 AM ET | Comments (27)

Poll Check: A Shift on Abortion?

New Pew survey shows sizable drop in Americans who say abortion should be legal. How accurate?

By David Waters | October 1, 2009; 03:21 PM ET | Comments (0)

New Book Out by Unification Church Leader Moon

Rev. Sun Myung Moon, founder of the Unification Church, owner of The Washington Times and all-around intriguing D.C. spiritual figure will be the guest of honor at a fancy party tonight for the unveiling of his new autobiography.

By Michelle Boorstein | October 1, 2009; 09:07 AM ET | Comments (0)

No White House Greeting for the Dalai Lama's Visit to DC

When the Dalai Lama visits Washington next week, it will be the first time since 1991 that he hasn't been greeted by the sitting American president.

By Michelle Boorstein | October 1, 2009; 07:55 AM ET | Comments (12)

Back from Maternity Leave

Greetings GIG readers! I'm back today from maternity leave but have been following you from afar during this past summer of debate about health care and abortion, Obama still not picking a church and why there are so many Catholics...

By Michelle Boorstein | October 1, 2009; 12:49 AM ET | Comments (0)

Day of Blasphemy

Secular group proposes blasphemy day to be celebrated today

By William Wan | September 30, 2009; 02:42 PM ET | Comments (0)

Heartache in Aftermath of Clergy Abuse

Dollars gained from clergy abuse settlements have sometimes lead to further troubles for victims

By William Wan | September 29, 2009; 10:08 AM ET | Comments (0)

Update: Reform Group Waiting on Split From Lutheran Church

Conservative Lutherans will give it a year before proceeding with split from Lutheran church

By William Wan | September 29, 2009; 09:54 AM ET | Comments (0)

Dialing God on iPhone App

New iPhone app sends prayers to Jerusalem's Western Wall.

By William Wan | September 28, 2009; 12:30 PM ET | Comments (0)

Muslim Mass Prayer Service Draws Critics

A Muslim-organized mass prayer service outside the Capitol faces critics

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | September 24, 2009; 03:57 PM ET | Comments (0)

'Schools Czar's' Anger at God Causes Controversy

Anger at God comments by Obama schools' appointee raise controversy

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | September 24, 2009; 12:51 PM ET | Comments (3)

We're Back

We're back

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | September 24, 2009; 03:14 AM ET | Comments (0)

Bishops Push Heath-Care 'Safety Net' for Illegal Immigrants

Bishops want illegal immigrants to have access to some parts of health-care reform

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | September 17, 2009; 03:49 PM ET | Comments (4)

Religious Progressives, Conservatives: Talking Past Each Other

Religious conservative and progressive activists have little in common

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | September 15, 2009; 03:55 PM ET | Comments (2)

Health Secretary: Communion Controversy Over Abortion "Painful"

HHS Secretary Sebelius on the "pain" of her rift with the Catholic Church

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | September 15, 2009; 08:48 AM ET | Comments (66)

Early Religious Reaction to Obama's Health Care Speech

Evangelical reaction about the same after Obama's speech

By William Wan | September 10, 2009; 08:50 AM ET | Comments (0)

Religious Freedom Commission's Struggles

U.S. panel on religious freedom faces some struggles

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | September 8, 2009; 01:49 PM ET | Comments (1)

Calling 50,000 Muslims to Prayer on Capitol Hill

Muslim Plans Prayer Gathering in DC in Response to Obama's speeches

By William Wan | September 8, 2009; 09:32 AM ET | Comments (1)

Muslim Activist Lobbies Obama

Muslim activist asks president to act on Muslim complaints about racial and religious profiling

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | September 3, 2009; 09:33 PM ET | Comments (2)

Boston Cardinal Answers Critics on Kennedy Funeral

Boston Cardinal rejects criticism for Kennedy's Catholic funeral

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | September 3, 2009; 01:31 PM ET | Comments (0)

DC Archbishop Goes on the Offensive on Gay Marriage

D.C. Archbishop Donald Wuerl, the "raging pragmatist," goes on the offensive on gay marriage

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | September 2, 2009; 02:14 PM ET | Comments (1)

Obama Administration To Highlight Interfaith Volunteerism

Obama administration designates this week Interfaith Service Week

By William Wan | August 31, 2009; 06:42 PM ET | Comments (0)

Controversial Scranton Bishop Resigns

Controversial Scranton bishop announces his resignation

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 31, 2009; 12:40 PM ET | Comments (6)

Kennedy's Dramatic Last Letter to Pope

Kennedy's letter to the pope and pope's message back read for first time at Kennedy's burial

By William Wan | August 31, 2009; 10:59 AM ET | Comments (0)

What's Obama's Religion on Facebook?

What does Obama's Facebook page list for his "religious views"? What about Bill Clinton, Sarah Palin, Mark Sanford?

By William Wan | August 29, 2009; 10:30 PM ET | Comments (16)

Scranton Bishop Reported to be Resigning

Controversial Scranton, Pa., Bishop said to be resigning

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 28, 2009; 04:05 PM ET | Comments (0)

Obama To Deliver Kennedy's Eulogy

Obama will deliver Kennedy's eulogy; Kennedy's priest talks about his last moments; Progressive religious leader recalls Kennedy's strong faith

By William Wan | August 27, 2009; 09:10 AM ET | Comments (0)

Public Officials Defend Secretive Christian Group

Rep. Wolfe and Ambassador Hall defend secretive Christian group

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 26, 2009; 02:33 PM ET | Comments (0)

Ted Kennedy's Catholic Life in D.C.

Sen. Kennedy attended two Catholic churches in D.C.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 26, 2009; 11:34 AM ET | Comments (1)

Ted Kennedy's Mixed Catholicism

As a Catholic, Ted Kennedy often departed from its teachings

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 26, 2009; 10:52 AM ET | Comments (23)

Supreme Court: Catholic Abuse Records Must Be Unsealed

Supreme court orders thousands of pages of documents unsealed from sexual abuse lawsuits against Connecticut Catholic priests

By William Wan | August 26, 2009; 10:26 AM ET | Comments (9)

Religious Right/Left: Similar Health-Reform Strategies

Religious right adopts similar health-care reform strategy as religious left

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 25, 2009; 04:37 PM ET | Comments (0)

Religious Groups on Pros, Cons of Health-Care Reform

Religious groups differ in laying out case for and against health reform

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 25, 2009; 08:44 AM ET | Comments (1)

God, Gov. Crist and Hurricanes

With no major hurricanes in Florida, Crist says God may be answering his prayers at Western Wall

By William Wan | August 24, 2009; 07:40 AM ET | Comments (0)

Obama's Ramadan Message

Obama's video Ramadan message

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 21, 2009; 02:27 PM ET | Comments (0)

Muslim Charity Teams Up with U.S. Government

Muslim charity partners with U.S. government for projects in Palestinian territories

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 20, 2009; 04:38 PM ET | Comments (0)

Houses of Worship Take Up Health-Care Reform

Houses of worship take up health-care reform battle

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 20, 2009; 12:18 PM ET | Comments (0)

Pew Researchers Study Obama's Faith-Based Office

Pew researchers pull together summary of Obama's faith-based council and issue a report comparing media coverage of Obama and Bush's faith-based initiatives

By William Wan | August 20, 2009; 09:05 AM ET | Comments (0)

Obama Turns to Religious Community on Health-Care Reform

Obama's health-care reform battle takes on religious tone

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 19, 2009; 06:16 PM ET | Comments (2)

Perkins Still Opposes Obama Plan, but Concedes Health Care System Woes

The lobbying arm of Family Research Council unveils new ads opposing health care reform

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 19, 2009; 04:08 PM ET | Comments (1)

Religious Right Puts Up Fight on Health Care Reform

Religious right takes on the religious left over health-care reform

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 19, 2009; 12:11 PM ET | Comments (0)

Organizations Help American Muslims with Ramadan Giving

Organizations are vetting charities for American Muslims' Ramadan giving

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 18, 2009; 12:12 PM ET | Comments (6)

Bishops Webcast Message on Health Care

U.S. Catholic Bishops Webcast Message on Health Care

By Catherine Cheney | August 14, 2009; 05:23 PM ET | Comments (0)

Poll Finds More Americans Now ID as Pro-Life

A new Gallup poll found, for the first time, that a majority of Americans identify themselves as pro-life.

By Catherine Cheney | August 13, 2009; 04:16 PM ET | Comments (3)

Catholic Bishops Weigh In on Health-Care Reform

Catholic bishops refine views on health-care reform

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 12, 2009; 05:00 PM ET | Comments (4)

Faith and Politics in Church: New Study Suggests Size Matters

A new national study indicates a link between the size of a congregation and the religious and political behavior and beliefs of its members.

By Catherine Cheney | August 12, 2009; 01:56 PM ET | Comments (0)

Muslim Leaders Meet with Treasury Officials

Muslim leaders meet with Treasury officials to find solutions to charitable giving roadblocks

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 12, 2009; 11:03 AM ET | Comments (1)

Religious Freedom Panel Slams India

U.S. panel criticizes India on religious freedom

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 12, 2009; 08:26 AM ET | Comments (21)

Jewish Groups Argue Over Nazi Analogies

Jewish groups get political about Nazi analogies

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 11, 2009; 09:21 AM ET | Comments (32)

Jail Quits Censoring Religious Mail

Jail agrees to stop censuring religious mail

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 11, 2009; 08:52 AM ET | Comments (0)

Obama to Participate in Faith-Based Call-in on Health-Care Reform

President Obama will participate in a national call-in and audio Webcast to push for health-care reform on August 19.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 10, 2009; 12:20 PM ET | Comments (2)

Anti-Health-Care-Reform Claims Gone Wild

Religious group throws out "extermination" rhetoric on health-care reform

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 10, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (1)

What Does the Pro-Life Label Mean?

Gallup's latest abortion poll numbers

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 7, 2009; 05:04 PM ET | Comments (1)

Poll Shows Wide Religious Differences Between States

New poll on religious differences between states is released

By William Wan | August 7, 2009; 10:49 AM ET | Comments (0)

Update: Religious Health Care Supporters Launching Campaign

New campaign by religious health care supporters will feature TV ads, rallies and health care sermons

By William Wan | August 7, 2009; 10:16 AM ET | Comments (0)

Health-Care Reform Battle: God Is On Our Side

In health-care reform, each side claims God is on its side

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 7, 2009; 06:58 AM ET | Comments (0)

ACLU Files Suit Challenging Georgia Kosher Laws

ACLU says Georgia orthodox laws prevents rabbis of other Jewish denominations from doing duties

By William Wan | August 6, 2009; 10:07 AM ET | Comments (1)

What to Make of Religion in Pa. Shooters Blog

Atheist and the religious debate religion's role in shooter's disturbed thoughts

By William Wan | August 6, 2009; 09:24 AM ET | Comments (1)

Obama's Nominee Confirmed as Vatican Ambassador

Obama's pick, Miguel Diaz, is confirmed as new ambassador to the Holy See

By William Wan | August 5, 2009; 02:12 PM ET | Comments (0)

Finally, a Clear Explainer on Abortion and Health-Care Reform

Abortion and health-care reform explained

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 5, 2009; 11:55 AM ET | Comments (1)

MLK's Youngest Daughter May Take Over SCLC

After years in turmoil and falling prominence, SCLC may get a direction from Martin Luther King Jr.'s daughter

By William Wan | August 5, 2009; 10:28 AM ET | Comments (0)

White House Launching Fatherhood Tour

White House holds first in a series of regional town halls encouraging responsible fatherhood

By William Wan | August 5, 2009; 09:57 AM ET | Comments (1)

Conservative Christians Could Win in Resisting Health-Care Reform

Public opinion appears to be leaning toward conservative Christians in opposing health-care reform because of abortion.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 4, 2009; 10:40 AM ET | Comments (2)

Lesbian Priest One of Three Nominees for Minnesota's Episcopal Bishop

Three weeks after gay bishops allowed by Episcopal church, Minnesota is considering a lesbian bishop; L.A. nominates two gay priests for assistant bishop

By William Wan | August 3, 2009; 09:35 AM ET | Comments (2)

US Commission asks Hillary to address Nigerian Religious Violence

US commission asks Hillary Clinton to talk to Nigeria about religious violence in upcoming tour through Africa

By William Wan | August 3, 2009; 09:15 AM ET | Comments (0)

Goat Sacrifices OK with Appeals Court

Court OKs religious goat sacrifices

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | August 3, 2009; 07:13 AM ET | Comments (1)

Update: Lawsuit Involving Episcopal Breakaway Churches

Lawsuit involving breakaway congregations in Virginia dispute inches forward

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 31, 2009; 11:51 AM ET | Comments (0)

Army Sec. Nominee Address Chaplains' Roles

Army Sec. nominee says military chaplains should stay non-sectarian and avoid proselytizing

By William Wan | July 31, 2009; 08:26 AM ET | Comments (0)

Quaker Files Draft Conscientious Objector Suit

Quaker wants option on draft form for conscientious objectors

By William Wan | July 31, 2009; 08:09 AM ET | Comments (0)

Catholic Bishops Warn House on Health-Reform Bill

Catholic Bishops Warn House on Health-Care Reform Bill

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 30, 2009; 07:29 PM ET | Comments (2)

Tutu, Lowery to Receive Medals of Freedom

Obama chooses Anglican Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Rev. Joseph Lowery for Medal of Freedom.

By William Wan | July 30, 2009; 12:11 PM ET | Comments (0)

Demonstrators Want Lemonade at Obama Beer Summit

Demonstrators want lemonade served at Obama beer summit

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 30, 2009; 09:12 AM ET | Comments (5)

Religious Divide Continues on Health Care Reform and Abortion Issues

TV Ads, sciptural analysis as religious debate heats up on health care issue

By William Wan | July 30, 2009; 08:33 AM ET | Comments (0)

Church/state Separation Group on Obama's Army Nominee

Group for separation of church and state raises Question on Army Secretary Nominee

By William Wan | July 30, 2009; 08:20 AM ET | Comments (1)

States with More Catholics Support Gay Marriage

States with lots of Catholics support gay marriage

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 29, 2009; 05:32 PM ET | Comments (0)

Religious Organizations Provide a Third of Volunteers

White House highlights report showing a third of volunteers serve through faith groups

By William Wan | July 29, 2009; 10:42 AM ET | Comments (0)

President Ruling Out 'Government-Funded' Abortions?

President Obama dismisses government-funded abortions

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 27, 2009; 09:34 AM ET | Comments (0)

Abortion Foes Rally Online Against Health Care Reform

Abortion Foes Rally Online Against Health Care Reform.

By William Wan | July 23, 2009; 10:30 PM ET | Comments (5)

Attorney General Meets with Young Muslim Americans

Attorney General meets with Muslim Americans in LA

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 23, 2009; 02:23 PM ET | Comments (0)

Obama's Approval Ratings High in Most Muslim Nations

Obama's popularity in Muslim countries higher than Bush's

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 23, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

USAID Audit Shows Possible Religious Programs

USAID agency funded rebuilding of mosques, Biblical abstinence study.

By William Wan | July 23, 2009; 10:35 AM ET | Comments (0)

Abortion Reduction Bill Draws Religious Friends & Foes

Some religions leaders supporting, some denouncing new abortion bill.

By William Wan | July 23, 2009; 09:39 AM ET | Comments (0)

Abortion Battle Getting Entangled in Health Care Reform

At the heart of the debate is the issue of whether President Obama's health care plan could be used to fund abortions.

By William Wan | July 22, 2009; 08:38 AM ET | Comments (0)

Anti-Abortion Ad Features Neil Armstrong

Neil Armstrong featured in anti-abortion ad

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 21, 2009; 11:27 AM ET | Comments (0)

Formerly Atheist Russia Will Teach Religion in Schools

Russian government, formerly atheist, now requiring school children to study religion and ethics.

By William Wan | July 21, 2009; 09:54 AM ET | Comments (0)

14 Generations of Family History for Obama

Obama gets his family records

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 20, 2009; 05:55 PM ET | Comments (0)

Obama and the Bishops: What's Next?

Bishops' relationship with Obama isn't good

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 20, 2009; 05:39 PM ET | Comments (0)

Carter Leaves Southern Baptists? Old News

Carter leaving Southern Baptist Convention? That's old news

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 20, 2009; 04:50 PM ET | Comments (0)

Obama to Meet with Mormon President

Obama to meet with Mormon president

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 20, 2009; 08:48 AM ET | Comments (23)

Abortion Could Emerge as Key to Health Care Battle

Abortion is tricky issue in health care reform debate

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 17, 2009; 11:19 AM ET | Comments (1)

Episcopalians Debate Blessing Gay Marriages

Episcopal Church convention compromises on blessings for same-sex unions; still needs one more vote to pass

By William Wan | July 16, 2009; 09:35 AM ET | Comments (0)

Religious Freedom Panel Demands Action on Uighurs

U.S. religious freedom agency demands action on Uighurs

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 15, 2009; 01:12 PM ET | Comments (0)

Obama Official Meeting with Planned Parenthood

Planned Parenthood policy convention will open tomorrow with a big name:, Christina Tchen, Obama's director of the White House Office of Public Engagement.

By William Wan | July 14, 2009; 12:24 PM ET | Comments (0)

"Choose Life" License Plates in Virginia and Beyond

"Choose Life" license plates originiated in Florida and has spread to 24 states

By William Wan | July 14, 2009; 09:38 AM ET | Comments (1)

Obama Meets with Jewish Leaders

Obama's first meeting with Jewish leaders focused on Israeli-Palestinian conflict and Iran

By William Wan | July 13, 2009; 05:11 PM ET | Comments (1)

Catholic League's Surprise Endorsement

Conservative Catholic League endorses Benjamin as Surgeon General

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 13, 2009; 04:54 PM ET | Comments (0)

Francis Collins' Christianity Raises Hackles

Francis Collins' Christianity doesn't sit well with some scientists

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 13, 2009; 01:17 PM ET | Comments (2)

Anti-Abortion Leader to Testify at Sotomayor Hearing

One anti-abortion leader to testify at Sotomayor hearing

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 13, 2009; 12:25 PM ET | Comments (0)

New Poll: Marriage as Party Indicator

New poll shows more married people identify with Republican Party.

By William Wan | July 13, 2009; 09:39 AM ET | Comments (4)

Pope and President on Abortion

Obama and pope and the language of abortion

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 10, 2009; 05:17 PM ET | Comments (1)

Vatican: "Cordial" Exchange on Life Issue

Vatican says Pope and Obama had "cordial" exchange on life issues

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 10, 2009; 01:18 PM ET | Comments (0)

President, Pope Discuss "Moral Values in International Politics"

President Obama's parting words to Pope Benedict Friday were that he looked forward to future strong relations between the United States and the Holy See.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 10, 2009; 12:33 PM ET | Comments (0)

Gay Marriage Opponents Lose Another One

Gay marriage foes lose in the District of Columbia.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 10, 2009; 11:41 AM ET | Comments (0)

Snippets from Obama's meeting with Pope

Short scenes from Obama's meeting with the Pope today.

By William Wan | July 10, 2009; 11:19 AM ET | Comments (0)

ACLU Alleges Religious Censoring at Va. Jail

ACLU says jail officials cut out bible passages from mom's letters

By William Wan | July 9, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (0)

The Scoop on Obama's Gift to Pope Tomorrow

President Obama will give Pope Benedict a sacred relic from John Neumann.

By William Wan | July 9, 2009; 01:46 PM ET | Comments (8)

Does Faith-Based Council Have a Future Beyond Obama?

The President's faith-based advisory council talks about future, fatherhood and interfaith efforts

By William Wan | July 9, 2009; 12:21 PM ET | Comments (0)

The Pope and the President: What to Expect

What to expect from the pope-president meeting this week

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 9, 2009; 08:08 AM ET | Comments (1)

Faith-Based Council's Meets on Church/State Issues, Poverty

The President's faith-based advisory council outlines its mission on reform and poverty.

By William Wan | July 8, 2009; 05:48 PM ET | Comments (0)

Another Take on the Pope's Encyclical

Disputes over interpreting Benedict's encyclical

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 8, 2009; 04:11 PM ET | Comments (0)

Palin as the Biblical Queen Esther?

Bloggers ponder whether Palin is the biblical Queen Esther

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 8, 2009; 03:51 PM ET | Comments (1)

Liberal Catholics Rejoice in Pope's Encyclical

Liberal Catholics embrace pope's encyclical

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 7, 2009; 03:24 PM ET | Comments (0)

Muslim Democrats Trying to Build on Obama Momentum

MuslimDemocrats.net trying to organize Muslims into an electoral power.

By William Wan | July 7, 2009; 12:00 PM ET | Comments (0)

Rick Warren Speaks at Muslim Interfaith Event

Rick Warren gives video address after Muslim interfaith event

By William Wan | July 6, 2009; 11:20 AM ET | Comments (0)

Honduras Upheaval Damages Mission Trips

Honduras upheaval and mission groups, Manuel Zelaya and Christian mission groups, Honduras president Manuel Zelaya

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 6, 2009; 10:19 AM ET | Comments (0)

Obama Takes Sides in Catholic Family Fight

Obama takes sides in American Catholics' fight between two traditions

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 2, 2009; 06:25 PM ET | Comments (0)

Obama Won't Choose One Church

Obama speaks about his choice of a home church

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | July 2, 2009; 02:46 PM ET | Comments (0)

Poll: Can You Believe in Darwin and God?

Survey finds people think belief in God and Darwin can co-exist

By William Wan | July 2, 2009; 09:17 AM ET | Comments (0)

Episcopal Convention May Discuss Gay Priests

Episcopal Convention in Anaheim may take up debate over gay priests

By William Wan | July 1, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (2)

Faith-Based Coalition Wins In Energy Bill

A group of faith-based organizations has persuaded House movers and shakers to include religious organizations in the energy bill that passed on Friday.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 30, 2009; 01:28 PM ET | Comments (0)

Obama Still Searching for 'Church Home'

White House says Obama still searching for church home

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 29, 2009; 10:48 AM ET | Comments (0)

Vatican (Finally) Shows Some Media Savvy

Pope expected to delay release of encyclical until eve of G8 summit

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 29, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (0)

Health-Reform Entanglements in Boston

Catholic health-care controversy points out complications of health-care reform over abortion

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 29, 2009; 09:15 AM ET | Comments (0)

Gay Pride Event vs. National Prayer Day

Evangelicals unfavorably compare Obama's participation in gay-rights event to lack of participation in National Prayer Day events

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 27, 2009; 01:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Muslim Group Giving 100,000 Qur'ans to Elected Officials

Elected Officials to get 100,000 Qur'ans from Muslim advocacy organization

By William Wan | June 26, 2009; 11:11 AM ET | Comments (3)

Obama to meet with Pope Benedict XVI

Obama will meet with Pope Benedict XVI on shared beliefs

By William Wan | June 24, 2009; 05:32 PM ET | Comments (1)

NAE Names New Lobbyist to Replace Richard Cizik

National Association of Evangelicals chooses successor to former DC lobbyist Richard Cizik.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 24, 2009; 11:30 AM ET | Comments (0)

Southern Baptists Praise Obama, then Condemn His Views, Policies

Southern Baptists honored the historic election of President Obama and praised his dedication to his family, but also condemned his views and policies on a number of social issues.

By David Waters | June 24, 2009; 10:37 AM ET | Comments (0)

Catholic Bishops: D'Arcy handled the Obama and Notre Dame incident right

Catholic bishops say Bishop D'Arcyhandled Notre Dame right

By William Wan | June 22, 2009; 04:27 PM ET | Comments (0)

Dobson's Successor Praises Obama, Looks for Common Ground

Focus on the Family's new president searches for "common ground" with opponents, including Obama.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 22, 2009; 03:47 PM ET | Comments (17)

At Funeral for Johns, Words of Grief and Hope

Comments from today's funeral for security officer Stephen T. Johns, the security officer who was shot and killed last week at the U.S. Holocaust Museum.

By David Waters | June 19, 2009; 06:19 PM ET | Comments (0)

Obama Pushes Immigration Reform, Doesn't Say When

Obama gives no timetable for immigration reform at Hispanic prayer event

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 19, 2009; 10:54 AM ET | Comments (4)

Bishops: Notre Dame Likely to be Discussed

Catholic bishops likely to take up Notre Dame controversy in private

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 18, 2009; 12:36 PM ET | Comments (0)

Christian Group Sues to Gain Access to Arab Festival

Christian Group Sues Dearborn over Arab Festival

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 18, 2009; 11:50 AM ET | Comments (1)

Health Reform and Faith Groups

Faith groups mobilize for/against health care reform

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 18, 2009; 11:11 AM ET | Comments (0)

Hispanic Leaders Link Census Boycott, Immigration Reform

Christian Hispanic groups disagree on calls to boycott 2010 Census.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 17, 2009; 04:59 PM ET | Comments (4)

'Common Ground' Leads to Confusion

Online forum seeking "common ground" launched by abortion rights supporter

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 16, 2009; 05:23 PM ET | Comments (2)

Religious Group Still Pushing "Truth Commission"

Religious group persists in pushing for torture truth commission

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 12, 2009; 02:51 PM ET | Comments (2)

Obscure Chapter in Obama Story Comes to Light

A look at obscure group that influenced Obama

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 12, 2009; 12:23 PM ET | Comments (0)

Trump to Prejean: You're Fired

Carrie Prejean, dumped by Trump, is building Christian career

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 11, 2009; 11:20 AM ET | Comments (5)

Jeremiah Wright: 'Them Jews' Keeping Him from Obama

A day after an anti-Semitic gunman shot and killed a guard at the U.S. Holocaust Museum, controversial Chicago pastor Jeremiah Wright is back in the news with some anti-Jewish comments of his own.

By David Waters | June 11, 2009; 10:27 AM ET | Comments (59)

Jewish Leaders, Museums React to Shooting

As news of the shooting at the U.S. Holocaust Museum has spread, reactions among the Jewish community have ranged from outrage, analysis on the big-picture implications, and even increased security at other Jewish institutions.

By William Wan | June 10, 2009; 04:48 PM ET | Comments (0)

Christian Leaders Push Immigration Reform as Faith Issue

Christian leaders advocating for President Obama and Congress to tackle comprehensive reform on immigration in the next few months.

By William Wan | June 10, 2009; 03:05 PM ET | Comments (2)

Tiller Clinic Closing Adds to Abortion Wars

The closing of George Tiller's abortion clinic will add fuel to abortion wars.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 9, 2009; 11:43 AM ET | Comments (3)

Report: Gay Rights Groups Ignored Religion on Prop. 8

Report criticizes gay-rights groups' response to religious support for Prop. 8

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 8, 2009; 06:03 PM ET | Comments (0)

SBC Pastor Prays for Obama's Death

Former Southern Baptist official says he prays for Obama's death

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 8, 2009; 11:37 AM ET | Comments (3)

Analyzing the Troubles of the Christian Right

Grover Norquist dissects Christian right troubles.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 7, 2009; 08:34 PM ET | Comments (2)

Weekly Churchgoers Favor Gay Service Members

More weekly churchgoers support an openly gay military

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 5, 2009; 04:46 PM ET | Comments (4)

7 Million Muslims? Maybe Not

Surveys contradict president's citation of 7 million Muslims

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 5, 2009; 11:48 AM ET | Comments (1)

Guns OK in This Church

Church offers gun-friendly worship service

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 4, 2009; 07:10 PM ET | Comments (0)

Faith-Based Panel's Mission Includes Poverty, Climate Change, Abortion

The President's 25-member advisory council outlined its broad mission--to find ways faith groups and government can work together on issues ranging from climate change to fatherless families to abortion rates.

By William Wan | June 4, 2009; 04:06 PM ET | Comments (6)

Catholic Activist Named to HHS Faith-Based Office

Catholic activist to head HHS faith-based office

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 4, 2009; 11:46 AM ET | Comments (0)

Muslim Americans React to Obama Speech

Muslim Americans react to Obama speech

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 4, 2009; 11:13 AM ET | Comments (0)

Theologian Dares to Ask: Why Was Tiller's Murder Wrong?

Theologian asks why Tiller murder was wrong

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 3, 2009; 02:37 PM ET | Comments (1)

Competing Groups of D.C. Ministers Struggle Over Gay Marriage

Competing groups of minister land on separate sides of the gay marriage debate.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 3, 2009; 07:23 AM ET | Comments (0)

Cheney's Support for Gay Marriage

Cheney support for gay marriage unlikely to change many minds

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 2, 2009; 01:48 PM ET | Comments (2)

Religious Group Sets Up AskJudgeSotomayor.com

A Jewish religious group in Washington is soliciting online questions for U.S. Supreme Court nominee Judge Sonia Sotomayor.

By William Wan | June 2, 2009; 10:52 AM ET | Comments (0)

Kmiec vs. George: In Their Own Words

In their own words: Kmiec and George

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 2, 2009; 10:11 AM ET | Comments (0)

Does Tiller Signal a New Wave of Violence Against Abortion Clinics?

Tiller murder: The start of a new wave of violence against abortion clinics?

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 2, 2009; 09:03 AM ET | Comments (0)

Anti-Abortion Groups Condemn Tiller Murder, Assess Damage to Cause

Anti-abortion groups fear Tiller murder backlash

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | June 1, 2009; 05:56 AM ET | Comments (146)

Catholic Professors Debate Obama, Abortion and Role of Church

Kmiec, George debate finds little common ground on abortion.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 29, 2009; 07:37 AM ET | Comments (0)

Falwell Demands Apology from Campus Democrats

Liberty University Democrats Club is in hot water with school chancellor

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 28, 2009; 03:45 PM ET | Comments (7)

Obama Surprises with Vatican Envoy Choice

Miguel Diaz would be the first Latino Vatican ambassador since the Vatican and the U.S. established full diplomatic ties 25 years ago.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 28, 2009; 06:45 AM ET | Comments (1)

Poll: Support Strong for Gay Rights, Not Gay Marriage

A poll released today suggests Americans are becoming increasingly supportive of civil rights for gay men and lesbians, but there is one area that nationally remains a major holdout -- the institution of marriage.

By Michelle Boorstein | May 27, 2009; 08:02 AM ET | Comments (16)

Blogosphere Buzzes about Sotomayor's Catholicism

Debate Over Sotomayor's Catholicism Heats Up

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 26, 2009; 04:54 PM ET | Comments (3)

Prop. 8 Battle Isn't Over for Supporters

Prop. 8 Supporters Declare Victory, but Express Concern about Gay Marriages that will Stand.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 26, 2009; 01:40 PM ET | Comments (0)

Sotomayor Would Make It 6 Catholics on the Court

Sotomayor would be sixth Catholic Supreme Court justice.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 26, 2009; 11:35 AM ET | Comments (4)

Anti-Abortion Groups Gear Up to Fight Sotomayor

Anti-abortion groups come out swinging against Sotomayer

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 26, 2009; 10:38 AM ET | Comments (0)

Church-State Experts: Sotomayor's Views Unknown

Cite only one religion-related ruling, a clergy employment case in which Sotomayor dissented.

By Michelle Boorstein | May 26, 2009; 09:36 AM ET | Comments (0)

Progressive Faith Groups Advertise on Christian Radio

Progressive faith groups invade conservative Christianity's turf.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 21, 2009; 05:32 PM ET | Comments (1)

Gay Marriage Hits Snag in NH

New Hampshire legislature, governor at odds over same-sex marriage bill

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 21, 2009; 03:36 PM ET | Comments (1)

Obama's Faith Advisory Group To Hold First Meeting

The council created to advise President Obama on faith-based issues will hold its first official meetings via conference calls next month.

By Michelle Boorstein | May 20, 2009; 06:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Only Regular Churchgoers Maintain Republican Support

Only Regular Churchgoers Are Reliable Republicans

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 20, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

Muslim Americans Looking for More Help from Obama

Muslim Americans want to see action on civil liberties issues, they want to see groups in the Holy Land case cleared and they want to see Obama make himself - or high-ranking officials - present at a major Muslim center, for example, or other events such as this summer's conference in Washington of the Islamic Society of North America.

By Michelle Boorstein | May 19, 2009; 05:37 PM ET | Comments (5)

GOP Recasting Gay Marriage as anti-Small Business

Opponents of gay marriage and federal hate-crime bill adopt new tactics.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 19, 2009; 04:05 PM ET | Comments (6)

Vatican's Mild Response to Obama's Speech

Vatican has milder response to Obama's Notre Dame speech than many U.S. bishops

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 19, 2009; 02:32 PM ET | Comments (1)

Was Case Against AIPAC Lobbyists Anti-Semitic?

A group of 150 American rabbis asks the attorney general to investigate how the prosecution happened and whether anti-Semitism or anti-Israel attitudes played a role.

By Michelle Boorstein | May 18, 2009; 01:54 PM ET | Comments (3)

Obama Notre Dame Speech and Abortion

Obama speaks of "common ground" on abortion at Notre Dame speech

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 18, 2009; 07:17 AM ET | Comments (0)

Gallup Poll: What it Means for Obama

New poll on abortion could spell trouble for Obama

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 15, 2009; 04:34 PM ET | Comments (5)

Not All Prayer at HS Graduations Is Forbidden

igh School prayers are permitted at public school graduations--under certain conditions

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 14, 2009; 12:12 PM ET | Comments (0)

Notre Dame Commencement Could Get Ugly

Notre Dame commencement could get ugly.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 14, 2009; 10:34 AM ET | Comments (2)

Religious Exemptions in Same-Sex Laws Under Scrutiny

Religious exemptions in same-sex marriage laws come under scrutiny

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 14, 2009; 09:44 AM ET | Comments (1)

New Crop of U.S. Jewish Advocates Face Landmines

By Michelle Boorstein For a new crop of American Jewish leaders picked to lobby the new White House, this is a complex, touchy time. Israelis recently elected a government led by Benjamin Netanyahu, who has decidedly different views about the...

By Michelle Boorstein | May 14, 2009; 08:48 AM ET | Comments (0)

Catholic Coalition Takes On Gay-Rights Activist and Obama

A coalition of conservative Catholic leaders demand that gay rights activist resign from White House faith panel.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 13, 2009; 12:12 PM ET | Comments (0)

Trump Lets Miss California Keep Her Crown

Trump gives Miss California, a spokesman for same-sex marriage, a reprieve despite revealing photos.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 12, 2009; 11:30 AM ET | Comments (4)

Anti-Abortion Ad Scores with 'American Idol'

Anti-Abortion ad will appear on the finale of "American Idol."

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 11, 2009; 12:50 PM ET | Comments (1)

Archbishop Condemns Obama Administration's "Culture of Death"

Archbishop Raymond Burke attacks the Obama administration as fostering a "culture of death" and HHS Secretary Sebellius as an "embarassment" to Catholics.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 8, 2009; 11:54 AM ET | Comments (20)

Dobson, Republicans Scold Obama on Prayer Day

Evangelical author and radio host James Dobson said that he is "disappointed" that for the first time in nearly two decades there was no representative from the White House during the National Day of Prayer event.

By David Waters | May 7, 2009; 04:26 PM ET | Comments (2)

Update on Poll Suggesting Evangelicals Support Torture

Pew analysis confirms that evangelicals' support for torture is actually a political, not a religious, phenomenon

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 7, 2009; 04:16 PM ET | Comments (1)

Obama Issues Day of Prayer Proclamation

President Obama issues proclamation on National Day of Prayer, but that won't quell the controversy.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 7, 2009; 03:08 PM ET | Comments (5)

Torture Poll: It's About Politics, not Religion

A closer look at poll linking religious belief and support for torture reveals it's about politics--not religion.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 7, 2009; 12:46 PM ET | Comments (3)

Local Bishops Skip National Catholic Breakfast

Local bishops are skipping the National Catholic Breakfast, which features Archbishop Burke, who has been critical of them.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 6, 2009; 11:24 AM ET | Comments (2)

New Liberal Faith Group Takes on Global Warming

New liberal faith group emulates conservative Christian groups in building grass-roots political activism among the faithful.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 5, 2009; 04:45 PM ET | Comments (0)

Faith Group Supports Miss Calif. Despite Revealing Photos

The group that is featuring Miss California in an anti gay-marriage ad campaign will not drop her, despite revealing photos of her on the Internet.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 5, 2009; 11:56 AM ET | Comments (2)

Souter's Exit Could Alter Church-State Mix on Court

Souter took on the big issues in the church-state area, and he did not hesitate to challenge his colleagues

By Michelle Boorstein | May 5, 2009; 08:56 AM ET | Comments (1)

No Day of Prayer Event for Obama

The National Day of Prayer will go on -- but without an official White House ceremony.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 5, 2009; 08:06 AM ET | Comments (14)

Pew Survey: Guys, Guns and Abortion

Pew opinion poll finds that men have turned dramatically more conservative on abortion.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 4, 2009; 04:29 PM ET | Comments (1)

Faith-Based Organizations and the Flu

National Council of Churches said today it is cooperating with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the flu outbreak.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 4, 2009; 09:34 AM ET | Comments (0)

Gay-Rights Groups Employ Faith to Push Bills

Clergy representing the gay-rights organization Human Rights Campaign Foundation lobby Congress today for passage of bills protecting gays.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 4, 2009; 08:58 AM ET | Comments (6)

Panel Presses Obama on Religious Freedom

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom noted that the administration's new strategy for Afghanistan and Pakistan has no reference to human rights.

By Michelle Boorstein | May 1, 2009; 06:38 PM ET | Comments (0)

Notre Dame's Obama Award OK with Most Catholics

Most Catholics approve of Obama and the award he is getting from Notre Dame.

By Michelle Boorstein | May 1, 2009; 06:33 PM ET | Comments (12)

Congregations Prepare for Flu Anxiety This Weekend

Congregations are taking measures to prevent the spread of swine flu at this weekend's services.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 1, 2009; 05:08 PM ET | Comments (0)

Hate Crime Legislation: Liberal vs. Conservative

A liberal looks at the hate-crimes legislation from a conservative point of view.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 1, 2009; 10:09 AM ET | Comments (0)

Gallup: Obama Popular with Americans of All Faiths

President Obama's approval ratings among various religious groups remain strong, today's Gallup poll results show.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | May 1, 2009; 09:56 AM ET | Comments (0)

Judge Replaces Glendon as Speaker at Notre Dame

Notre Dame names a replacement speaker for Mary Ann Glendon, who backed out earlier this week.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 30, 2009; 11:11 AM ET | Comments (3)

Obama Addresses Abortion, Notre Dame (Sort of)

In answer to a question about his commencement address at Notre Dame, Obama addresses abortion and the Freedom of Choice Act.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 30, 2009; 10:56 AM ET | Comments (0)

Vatican: Obama More Cautious Than Expected

Caution and inaction on Freedom of Choice Act just one example of how Obama has surprised Vatican.

By Michelle Boorstein | April 30, 2009; 10:10 AM ET | Comments (2)

Religious Communities Respond to Flu Outbreak

Houses of worship are responding to flu outbreak with advice, meetings and theological thought.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 30, 2009; 09:33 AM ET | Comments (0)

George Shultz Joins Evangelicals in Anti-Nuke Campaign

Former Secretary of State George Shultz has teamed up with young evangelicals to crusade for the elimination of nuclear weapons.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 28, 2009; 06:07 PM ET | Comments (0)

Notre Dame Alumni Tally Withheld Donations

Angry Notre Dame alumni say they've gotten alumni to withhold $8.2 million in donations to protest the Obama commencement speech there. But will it make a difference to a financial powerhouse like Notre Dame?

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 28, 2009; 08:07 AM ET | Comments (0)

Glendon Punishes Notre Dame for Obama Honor

By Michelle Boorstein Harvard Law Professor and former U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican Mary Ann Glendon today told the University of Notre Dame that she will not accept a prestigious award given to American Catholics because of the school's decision...

By Michelle Boorstein | April 27, 2009; 05:23 PM ET | Comments (0)

Sojourners' Jim Wallis: No Longer a Voice in the Wilderness

After years playing the role of Old Testament prophet Isaiah, Sojourners founder Jim Wallis suddenly finds himself coming in from the wilderness.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 27, 2009; 03:10 PM ET | Comments (0)

Latino Church Groups Battle Over Census

Two Hispanic Christian organizations are battling over whether illegal immigrants should participate in next year's U.S. Census.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 26, 2009; 02:43 PM ET | Comments (3)

D.C. Archbishop Nips Georgetown for Biden Event

Biden gets NOW award at event hosted by Georgetown.

By Michelle Boorstein | April 24, 2009; 08:07 AM ET | Comments (29)

Can D.C. Clergy Stop Gay Marriage Vote?

A coalition is starting among D.C.-area clergy who oppose same-sex unions.

By Michelle Boorstein | April 23, 2009; 07:49 AM ET | Comments (21)

Miss California Unfairly Judged?

Conservative evangelical Christians are outraged over the backlash to Miss California's opposition to gay marriage that she expressed in the Miss USA beauty pageant. Some are tying it to hate-crimes legislation in Congress.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 21, 2009; 04:06 PM ET | Comments (55)

Obama Officials Lobby Reform Jews

Reform Jewish advocacy group grabs attention this week from high-powered Obama administration types.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 21, 2009; 08:11 AM ET | Comments (0)

Religious Hiring Issue
Taken Off Agenda

The question of whether faith-based groups that receive government money can discriminate in who they hire has been removed from the to-do list of a task force

By Michelle Boorstein | April 20, 2009; 07:54 AM ET | Comments (76)

Richard Cizik's New Venture

The Rev. Richard Cizik, who was dropped as the National Association of Evangelicals' lobbyist after his remarks on same-sex unions, is starting a new organization for evangelicals with a broader agenda.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 19, 2009; 09:45 PM ET | Comments (1)

Pope Thanks N.M. Governor

Gov. Bill Richardson, who supports abortion rights, didn't get the "Pelosi treatment" when he met with the pope this week.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 17, 2009; 10:42 AM ET | Comments (0)

Challenging Religion in Schools

Charter and public school programs based on various religious precepts draw controversy.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 17, 2009; 09:56 AM ET | Comments (0)

Abortion Opponents Object to "Extremism" Tag

A mention of groups that oppose abortion in a DHS intelligence report warning of "right-wing extremism" isn't pleasing abortion opponents.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 16, 2009; 10:57 AM ET | Comments (4)

Notre Dame Alumni Protest with Dollars

Group of Notre Dame alumni opens a new front on the effort to get the school to cancel the Obama commencement speech by organizing an effort to withhold donations.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 16, 2009; 10:06 AM ET | Comments (4)

Dobson Not Declaring Defeat

James Dobson, retiring chairman of Focus on the Family, says he didn't declare defeat in the culture wars in a recent speech. But he says that times are dark for Christian conservatives.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 15, 2009; 11:41 AM ET | Comments (0)

Obama and the White Evangelicals

Obama's job rating is sinking among white evangelicals, but that may not be all bad news.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 15, 2009; 10:35 AM ET | Comments (0)

Obama, Bernanke: Two Faiths, Two Speeches

President Obama and Fed Chairman invoke their faiths in speeches on the economy yesterday.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 15, 2009; 10:20 AM ET | Comments (0)

Sikhs Press Army On Hair, Turban Restrictions

Two men refuse to cut their hair or remove their turbans, both considered "articles of faith" in Sikh tradition.

By Michelle Boorstein | April 15, 2009; 08:35 AM ET | Comments (1)

Warren's Varnished Pulpit
and Views on Proposition 8

Rick Warren tries to explain his support/non-support for Proposition 8.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 14, 2009; 12:57 PM ET | Comments (0)

Obama at Georgetown Today,
But Where Are Protesters?

Unlike his May appearance at Notre Dame, President Obama's speech today at Georgetown University is expected to draw few protesters.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 14, 2009; 09:31 AM ET | Comments (0)

Notre Dame Bishop:
Avoid "Unseemly" Protests

Groups organizing protests against Notre Dame's commencement invitation to President Barack Obama are disappointed that local bishop John D'Arcy is urging people to stay away from the demonstrations, even though he has criticized Notre Dame himself.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 13, 2009; 05:07 PM ET | Comments (0)

Gay Rights "Day of Silence"

Conservative Christian groups are split on how to respond to gay rights event in schools Friday.

By Jacqueline L. Salmon | April 13, 2009; 12:10 PM ET | Comments (0)

Colorado Lawmaker Chosen

A Colorado lawmaker is chosen to direct the faith-based office at the Department of Education

By Michelle Boorstein | April 10, 2009; 06:33 PM ET | Comments (1)

Health Workers and Religious Exemptions

Faith leaders press Obama to be more specific about religious exemptions for health workers.

By Michelle Boorstein | April 8, 2009; 10:04 AM ET | Comments (22)

Faith Leaders Meet at White House

Top White House officials from departments focusing on urban affairs, domestic poverty and the budget spoke to the group last night and repeatedly emphasized that they want to partner with the groups, many who felt shut out by the Bush White House.

By Michelle Boorstein | April 7, 2009; 08:56 AM ET | Comments (0)

Faith-Based Office Add More

By Michelle Boorstein The White House today announced ten more members of the council that will advise the president on faith-based and other key issues, such as fatherhood and poverty. Several new members come from groups representing minorities, including: Dalia...

By Dan LeDuc | April 6, 2009; 06:14 PM ET | Comments (0)

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