Religion and Faith

Pope on Trump: Anyone who wants border walls isn't Christian
"A person who thinks only about building walls, wherever they may be, and not building bridges, is not Christian," Pope Francis said. "This is not in the Gospel."
Duluth diocese, abuse victims agree to mediation
Mediation is expected to begin May 1 if neither side objects to the appointment of Gregg Zive, a federal judge with experience in diocesan bankruptcy cases, as mediator.
Jesuit Retreat House offers 3 days of silence, rejuvenation
Each weekend, as many as 70 men gather for three days of prayer and meditation near Lake Demontreville. Conducted by the Jesuit order of the Roman Catholic Church, the retreats have been held since 1948.
Will Cuba meeting of pope and patriarch help heal a 1,000-year rift?
The split dates from when Christianity first spread through the Roman Empire. Friday's meeting between Pope Francis and Patriarch Kirill is the culmination of longstanding efforts to promote dialogue.
Faith and climate change: A meteorologist's view
Dogma, ideology and money are blocking efforts to address climate change, says Twin Cities meteorologist Paul Douglas.
Jim Wallis on 'America's Original Sin: Racism and White Privilege'
Public theologian, author and political activist Jim Wallis speaks at the Westminster Town Hall Forum in Minneapolis on February 4th about his new book, "America's Original Sin: Racism, White Privilege and the Bridge to a New America." He is founder and editor-in-chief of Sojourners magazine.
Obama visits mosque in U.S. for first time during his presidency
The president's visit, which will also include a roundtable with Muslim community members, is intended to "reaffirm the importance of religious freedom" to life in America, the White House says.
Obama visits mosque in U.S. for first time during his presidency
The president's visit, which will also include a roundtable with Muslim community members, is intended to "reaffirm the importance of religious freedom" to life in America, the White House says.