In states where evangelical Christians make up a sizeable portion of constituents, incorporating Bible teachings into the curriculum has gained traction, said Ira C. Lupu, a professor at George Washington University School of Law who has written on religion in the First Amendment. (Jimenez & Evans, USA Today)
Read MoreAt the time of this article, “Deadpool & Wolverine” has grossed $395 million domestically. “The Passion of the Christ,” a 2004 depiction of Jesus’ trial and crucifixion, earned $370 million domestically. The film is also within reach of breaking worldwide records. At the time of this article, “Deadpool & Wolverine” has grossed over $824 million worldwide and is projected to gross more than $1 billion by the end of its theatrical run. It currently is third on the list of highest grossing R-rated films worldwide, behind “Joker” and “Oppenheimer.” (Chamberlain, Church Leaders)
Read MoreThe “hatred, violence and vandalism” seen during riots across the country are a “stain on our national moral conscience”, the country’s most senior religious leaders have said. (Burgess, The Times UK)
Read MoreSaigal hopes her daily videos, aimed at Hindu youth growing up in the U.S., give Hindu American parents another way to face the challenges of instilling faith traditions in their children in a country in which Hindus represent barely 1% of the population and misconceptions about the faith remain. (Ramirez, USA Today)
Read MoreAcross the country, the number of empty churches and other houses of worship is sharply rising, and these structures, often unique architectural gems, have become huge draws for business owners. (Rosen, The New York Times)
Read MoreFaith leaders gathered with Olympic officials Sunday morning in front of Notre Dame Cathedral to celebrate how “faith and sport can complement each other,” in the words of International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach. (Dell’Orto, AP News)
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