Wade In The Water Ep. 24: The Story Of The California Gospel Movement
The migration and effects of geographical considerations on the sound, as African Americans moved west to Texas, Louisiana and California.
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'Throughline' Traces Evangelicals' History On The Abortion Issue
NPR's history podcast, Throughline, examines how the issue of abortion became a defining political issue for evangelicals.
Bishops In Amazon Region To Debate Whether Married Men Might Join Priesthood
Catholic Bishops from the Amazon region will debate a proposal to allow the ordination of married men in limited circumstances in October. Pope Francis has long said the idea should be considered.
Documentary About Charleston Church Shooting Explores Forgiveness
On June 17, 2015, a white supremacist walked into a bible study and murdered nine African Americans. The film Emanuel is the story of the victims and survivors of that night.
A Muslim In Rural, White Minnesota On How To 'Love Thy Neighbor'
After Donald Trump's election, Dr. Ayaz Virji started giving talks to mostly white, Christian audiences in rural Minnesota to try to dispel misconceptions about Muslims. He faced a lot of backlash.
Notre Dame Holds 1st Mass Since Fire Devastated The Historic Paris Cathedral
A group of around 30 people wearing hardhats gathered for Mass in the cathedral on Saturday, exactly two months after a severe fire. The service was not open to the public.
Catholics And Southern Baptists Consider How To Respond To Sex Abuse In The Church
Catholics and Southern Baptists have both faced clergy sex abuse allegations. Leaders of both denominations met this week to discuss their problems.
Friday News Roundup - Domestic
Would it be legal for a campaign to accept damaging information from foreign actors?
Southern Baptist Convention And Sexual Abuse
NPR's Noel King speaks with Susan Codone, a survivor of sexual abuse in a Southern Baptist church, about her experience at the denomination's annual meeting.
Southern Baptists Launch New Guidelines For Addressing Sexual Abuse In The Church
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Rachael Denhollander, the first woman to publicly report Larry Nassar, about her work building guidelines for churches when responding to abuse.