Religion and Faith

Pentecostalism turns 100
One of the fastest growing Christian movements began 100 years ago this week in Los Angeles. Pentecostals from all over the world joined in the Azusa Street Centennial.
The "democracy, whiskey and sex guide to Iraq"
Baghdad blogger "Salam Pax" offers what he calls a "democracy, whiskey and sex guide to Iraq" in a speech from the Commonwealth Club of California.
Faith on Capitol Hill
A broadcast of Kerri Miller's conversation with U.S. Senate Chaplain Barry Black. Rev. Black is the first African-American to serve in the post. He spoke at the Cathedral in St. Paul on April 12, 2006, about the role of faith in bringing him out of troubled times.
Dalai Lama speaks of compassion
THe Dalai Lama spoke at the Mayo Clinic today. He said compassion for oneself and others were keys to a healthy body and a healthy society.
Dalai Lama visits Minnesota
Excitement is building among Minnesota's Tibetan population for a visit from the Dalai Lama on Sunday. The Dalai Lama is the political leader for the Tibetan government in exile, now based in India.
Holy hip hop hits town
Does this seem familiar? A music style that captivates young people, but is condemned by the larger society. Once it was rock and roll. Now it's hip hop.
Pope Benedict's first year
A year after the death of Pope John Paul II, Midmorning looks at the mark Pope Benedict XVI has made on the Catholic Church.
American Imam
Midmorning talks with an American Muslim cleric about the climate for Muslims under the Patriot Act, and America's perception of the Islamic faith.
The Atheist and the Christian
An Atheist and a professor of biblical studies at a Christian college talk about their friendship, and their ongoing debate over the existence of God.
Religion, history and conflict in the Middle East
As Israel prepares for a critical election and Hamas forms a Palestinian cabinet, "Speaking of Faith" explores the difficulty of reaching resolution in a land that both sides in the conflict consider holy.