Religion and Faith

For Ramadan, more Muslims shape diets around physical and mental health
A growing number of Muslim food bloggers and dietitians say that fitness and spirituality go hand in hand, and are sharing tips to encourage mindfulness in food choices to keep from overindulging.
Twin Cities parishes react to archdiocese's $210 million settlement with abuse survivors
The Twin Cities Catholic community reacted this weekend to news that the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis reached a $210 million settlement with survivors of sexual abuse by priests.
Q&A: Law professor sheds light on Twin Cities archdiocese bankruptcy settlement
Jonathan Lipson, a professor of law at Temple University in Philadelphia with expertise in diocesan bankruptcies, spoke with us about what to expect as the Twin Cities archdiocese settlement process moves forward.
Twin Cities archdiocese, sex abuse victims OK $210M settlement plan
The agreement with 450 clergy abuse survivors is the largest bankruptcy settlement of its kind in the country between Catholic church leaders and abuse victims. Archdiocese and parish insurers will pay about $170 million of the total.
Seminary votes to fire Southern Baptist leader over handling of sex abuse allegation
The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, which made Patterson "president emeritus" last week said it had received new information about his handling of a sexual abuse claim against a student.
Ramadan in Minnesota
Muslims around the world are celebrating the holy month of Ramadan, which began May 15 and will end the evening of June 14. MPR Reporter Brandt Williams spoke with Jenan Mohajir and Hanadi Chehabeddine to learn more about the holy month.