Religion

Marie Collins attends a press conference at the Vatican in May 2014. The prominent survivor of abuse by a priest has resigned her position on Pope Francis' commission to combat clerical sex abuse, citing her frustration with resistance from within the Vat

Survivor Quits Pope's Panel On Sex Abuse, Citing 'Shameful' Resistance

4:38pm March 01, 2017

by Camila Domonoske

Marie Collins, who was the only survivor of abuse active on the panel, said Pope Francis was sincere in establishing the panel — but that others in the Vatican have refused to cooperate.

Protesters and LGBT activists rally outside Trump International Hotel this month in Washington, D.C.

In Religious Freedom Debate, 2 American Values Clash

9:08am February 28, 2017

by Tom Gjelten

A showdown may be coming on the meaning of religious freedom, and LGBT advocates fear anti-discrimination protections could be weakened as a result.

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Comedian Maz Jobrani talks with us about President Trump, immigration, and finding humor in moments of political polarization.

Finding The Punchline: Maz Jobrani On Comedy In The Trump Era

9:00pm February 27, 2017

Maz Jobrani, an Iranian-American comedian, uses humor to critique President Trump — whom he describes as "good for comedy but bad for the world."

Attorney General Jeff Sessions speaks at his swearing in earlier this month. He said Monday he will focus on issues such as violent crime and police morale.

Attorney General Jeff Sessions Focuses On Violent Crime And Police Morale

5:58pm February 27, 2017

by Carrie Johnson

The new AG held his first on-record briefing as head of the Justice Department on Monday. He said he's "not a fan" of legalized marijuana use, and threats against Jewish centers are unacceptable.

Philadelphia Cemetery Vandalized In Wave Of Anti-Semitic Attacks

5:00pm February 27, 2017

by Tom Gjelten

Jewish cemeteries in Pennsylvania and Missouri have been hit by vandalism in recent weeks, but it's unclear if the attacks are the work of a few individuals or part of a larger problem.

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The Jewish Community Center in Ann Arbor, Mich., was declared safe after police investigated a bomb threat Monday.

Bomb Threats Made Against Jewish Community Centers In 11 States

3:20pm February 27, 2017

by Bill Chappell

"My instincts tell me this is all part of a coordinated effort," an Ann Arbor police detective tells Michigan Public Radio, discussing threats made in the city.

Decades Later, Translation Of Jewish Text Will Open Zohar's Gates To English Speakers

5:34pm February 26, 2017

by Michel Martin

The translation of a rare Jewish text is almost done, thanks to Berkeley scholar Daniel Matt. This May, publishers will release the final volume of the authoritative English translation of the Zohar.

Local Mosques Open Their Doors To Community

8:54am February 25, 2017

by Keri Brown

Muslim groups in Forsyth County opened their mosques to the public on Friday, just over a week after another meeting in Kernersville, North Carolina, where conservative activists focused on wh

In the United States, black Muslims have to balance multiple identities.

Black Muslims Face Double Jeopardy, Anxiety In The Heartland

6:01am February 25, 2017

by Akinyi Ochieng

The intersection of these two identities has become more acute thanks to Black Lives Matter and protests against the Trump administration's executive order on immigration.

Bjorn Mustard of Chesapeake, Va., (left) says he felt depressed and uncomfortable before coming out as transgender. Brian Hopkins of Mathews County, Va., (right) says he believes transgender teens are confused and he supports rolling back protections for

In Eastern Virginia, Mixed Feelings on Trump's Trans Restroom Guidance

9:50pm February 23, 2017

by Sarah McCammon

Gloucester County, Va., is embroiled in a battle over transgender restrooms. The case of one of its high school students is slated to be argued before the Supreme Court next month.