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This Islamic school helps students build their American and Muslim identity

This Islamic school helps students build their American and Muslim identity

The Al Fatih Academy in Virginia is one of about 270 Islamic schools in the U.S. The staff aim to give their students a well-rounded education and promote civic awareness.
by Tom Gjelten

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Christian teen magazine 'Brio' returns with a 'biblical worldview'

Christian teen magazine 'Brio' returns with a 'biblical worldview'

For about 20 years starting in 1990, "Brio" magazine was the evangelical answer to "Seventeen." Focus on the Family is bringing it back, saying it sees a renewed need among teens for alternative voices.
by Sarah McCammon

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Playground case could breach barrier between tax coffers, religious schools

Playground case could breach barrier between tax coffers, religious schools

The Supreme Court hears arguments today on whether Missouri should provide a grant to a church preschool, or if that violates the state's constitution. The state's new governor has abandoned the rule.
by Nina Totenberg

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Trump attends Easter service in Palm Beach

Trump attends Easter service in Palm Beach

President Donald Trump attended Easter service at the Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea near his estate in Palm Beach, Florida on Sunday.
by Associated Press

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The dark side of Easter: Foods named for Judas offer taste of treachery

The dark side of Easter: Foods named for Judas offer taste of treachery

Judas, the apostle who betrayed Jesus, is the archvillain of Easter week (though he has his defenders). He also has an intriguing range of food and drink named after him -- from cake to bread to beer.
by Nina Martyris

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Church can start its own police force, Alabama Senate says

Church can start its own police force, Alabama Senate says

Police officers hired by Briarwood Presbyterian would need to be certified; they would also have the same powers other law enforcement officers have. The bill now heads to the state House.

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St. Paul wants to know if tax-exempt churches, schools would contribute voluntarily to budget

The state Supreme Court says street fees are taxes and can't be assessed to tax-exempt properties. The city wants to include some of those properties in its annual revenue stream.
by Tim Nelson

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Rev. Otis Moss on ways to build community

Rev. Otis Moss on ways to build community

Rev. Otis Moss III discusses the best ways to support community advancement, civil rights, environmental justice and economic equality.
by MPR News Staff

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Wake up and smell the matzo: A Passover breakfast tradition

Wake up and smell the matzo: A Passover breakfast tradition

A dish of soaked and scrambled matzo might not sound terribly exciting. But for many Jews, matzo brei is a Passover treat they look forward to all year.
by Deena Prichep

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