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Letting Go of Libido Dominandi: Tolkien and Niebuhr meet Leo

OMG, LOTR! Among many things that have drawn attention in Pope Leo’s first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, is the Image by Kaitlyn Fascista at Tea with Tolkien. Used by permission. appearance of a quote from J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings. The simple …

Cleansing the temple of religious charlatans

A few months ago, I penned a column condemning the nefarious and reprehensible activities of fake religious leaders who exploit unsuspecting worshippers through deception, manipulation and false promises. I revisit the subject today in support of the bold …

Mob scenes in Belfast this week had a depressing familiarity about them but Kemi Badenoch struck the right note - David ...

It wasn’t England this time; it was Northern Ireland, which is a tinderbox in the first place, but the pattern was the same. Outrage had been provoked amongst those whose default response is violence. The excuse this week was the stabbing attack by a …

Exiled Russian master continues rebirth with Sydney Film Festival win

Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Share AAA Exiled Russian master Andrey Zvyagintsev is continuing his brilliant comeback since a life-threatening bout of COVID in 2021. One of the …

Return to Rwanda: the woman dedicating her life to ending gender-based violence

As a 14-year-old, Sabine Nkusi witnessed the horrors of the genocide against the Tutsi in her home country of Rwanda. Fleeing Kigali with her parents, brother and sister, she saw women lying dead by the road, many who had been the victim of sexual abuse. …

Trillionaire Elon Musk's Destruction of USAID Takes Food Aid From Millions Facing Deadly Hunger

Elon Musk's vault to trillionaire status following the public debut of his rocket company SpaceX came on the heels of an analysis showing the devastating impact of his destruction of the US Agency for International Development on millions of people in …

American Christians Face a Choice

ROBERT JEFFRESS, the pastor of the First Baptist Church in Dallas, has long been one of Donald Trump’s most fawning supporters. By his own account, one reason for his loyalty is that Trump embodies an ethic—cruel, vengeful, and mendacious—that Jeffress and …

RELIGION HEADLINES WED 6-10

Audio By Carbonatix (SRN NEWS)- (  )  Some countries are conducting a war on churches.  According to a new report from Global Christian Relief, the government of Rwanda is shutting down churches at a greater rate than any other nation on earth.  About 7, …

Human Rights Watch accuses Rwandan soldiers, M23 fighters of killing, torturing captured civilians in DR Congo

The Rwanda Defence Force has been accused of backing the M23 armed group to carry out forced recruitment and abusive detention of thousands of captured combatants and civilians in eastern DR Congo, between mid-2024 and December 2025.  The Human Rights …

Faith-Based Tourism Drives Hospitality Growth in Rwanda’s Kibeho Pilgrimage Site

NYARUGURU, Rwanda – Nyaruguru District is set to significantly expand its hospitality capacity with the completion of two major hotel projects aimed at improving accommodation services for the growing number of religious tourists visiting Kibeho, one of …

DR Congo: Rwanda, M23 Forcibly Recruit, Detain Thousands

(Nairobi) – Rwandan military forces and the M23 armed group carried out a campaign of forced recruitment and abusive detention of thousands of captured combatants and civilians in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, Human Rights Watch said in a report …

M23 and Rwandan army committed war crimes, HRW report alleges

AFC/M23 rebels and the Rwandan army have committed numerous war crimes in eastern DR Congo, according to a new report by Human Rights Watch. In the aftermath of the capture of the city of Goma on January 30, 2025, when 11 trucks left the Unity Stadium …

Nigerian Youths Should Steer Clear Tribal and Religious Bigo...

Bigotry is that quiet danger that often enters a society without the sound of gunfire or smoke of burning buildings. It arrives through words that are repeated carelessly, stereotypes that are inherited uncritically, and prejudices that are passed from one …

Nigerian Youths Should Steer Clear Tribal and Religious Bigotry -By Great Ogbeiwi

Bigotry is that quiet danger that often enters a society without the sound of gunfire or smoke of burning buildings. It arrives through words that are repeated carelessly, stereotypes that are inherited uncritically, and prejudices that are passed from one …

In Spain, first church joins the “confessional Anglican evangelical movement” that breaks with Canterbury

The schism that is splitting the Anglican world in two at the global level is also becoming apparent in Spain. In Valencia, a first congregation has formally joined a network of churches that reject the theological drift of the Church of England. They are …

Nigerian Youths Should Steer Clear Tribal And Religious Bigotry

Bigotry is that quiet danger that often enters a society without the sound of gunfire or smoke of burning buildings. It arrives through words that are repeated carelessly, stereotypes that are inherited uncritically, and prejudices that are passed from one …

US deports Iran activist to Central African Republic: lawyer

Central African Republic accepts third-country deportees as first flight arrives amid unclear migrant numbers and nationalities. Advocacy groups warn an Iranian national may face forced return. [GETTY] The United States has deported an Iranian pro- …

A Jewish perspective on the Catholic Church's response to the Gaza conflict

Amid the plethora of public utterances on the wrongs and rights of Israel’s military action in Gaza, those of several key Vatican officials and spokesmen, including Pope Francis, along with the comments of their neighbour, the Chief Rabbi of Rome, Riccardo …

EU Commission Reaffirms Plans to Invite Islamic Emirate to Brussels

Amid criticism over the invitation extended to a delegation of the Islamic Emirate to Brussels, a spokesperson for the European Commission says the institution is continuing to pursue plans to host representatives of Afghanistan’s current government. …

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Spirit World Travel Announces The Abundant Soul Transformational Cruise Aboard the Celebrity Edge

Seven-Day Immersive Retreat Sails Alaska's Inside Passage, July 23–30, 2027 TAMPA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spirit World Travel has announced The Abundant Soul Alaska Cruise, a seven-day transformational …

Psychotherapist Explores Connection Between Mental Well-Being and Spirituality in Writings Available on Website

Dr. Pieter Noomen addressed the connection between spirituality and mental well-being during conversations that he said he had with a deity. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mental health awareness is a topic …

AlmaHolistica Opens Enrollment for International Family Constellations Certification

MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AlmaHolistica, a leading Spanish-language institution in holistic and transpersonal education, has announced enrollment for a new edition of its International Family Constellations …

New Values-Based Investment Option Expands Donor Choice at Northern Cincinnati Foundation

Northern Cincinnati Foundation launched a values-based investment pool aligned with USCCB guidelines, allowing donors to match assets with ethical values. CINCINNATI , OH, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Northern …

The Choir Room’s First Radio Single, 'Love Never Fails,' Hits No. 1

Title Track From Centricity Music Debut Features Fred Hammond; Carnegie Hall Becomes “The Choir Room” Led by Dwan Hill, Hammond, Brooke Ligertwood Feb. 21, 2027 NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ABC News featured …

Tomb Slayer Announces Kids Worship Album — ‘Radiance: Modern Hymns for Kids’

Featuring traditional hymns in an upbeat, modern way that’s fun for the whole family. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tomb Slayer, a faith-based media company, announces their kids album, “Radiance: Modern Hymns for Kids …

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Heaven, Life After Death, and Amazing Grace Explores Hope, Eternity, and the Reach of God’s Mercy

Stephen Portner examines difficult questions about salvation, the afterlife, and divine grace through thoughtful biblical exploration and reflection. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stephen Portner announces …

Healed and Transformed: A Therapist Explores What Happened When Women Met Jesus

Vicki Mullins Eaton examines women in the Gospels, revealing timeless lessons of healing, dignity, and transformation through their encounters with Jesus. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author and …

Wisdom From the Wreckage Offers Hope and Healing for Those Overcoming Trauma

Michael J. Kalous shares a deeply personal journey of recovery, faith, and relational healing for readers seeking hope beyond abuse, abandonment, and adversity. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michael J. …

Fireworks and a Fountain of Life: A Story of Survival Shares a Powerful Journey of Resilience

Betty Jean Bryant recounts a life-changing accident and recovery, offering readers an inspiring reflection on endurance, family, and hope. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Betty Jean Bryant presents Fireworks …

Departure From the Faith Examines False Teachings and Spiritual Discernment in the Modern Church

Dr. Candy Gwen Lopitz provides a biblically grounded exploration of contemporary theological challenges, spiritual deception, and the importance of discernment. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Candy Gwen …

Lead Yourself Before You Lead Anyone Else Challenges Leaders To Rebuild From Within

Rob Lester offers a practical and faith-centered approach to overcoming burnout, rediscovering identity, and developing authentic leadership. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rob Lester announces the release of Lead …

The Programmed Pastor Explores Faith, Technology, and the Boundaries of Artificial Intelligence

R. J. Mathieu delivers a science fiction horror novel examining what happens when AI takes the role of spiritual leadership—with disastrous consequences. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author R. J. Mathieu …

Precious Honored Loved: Journey to the Greater Life Encourages Readers to Embrace Their God-Given Worth

Louise Mueller shares a faith-filled journey of identity, spiritual growth, and discovering the transformative power of seeing oneself through God's eyes. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Louise Mueller announces …

A Church More Like Christ Challenges Congregations to Reflect Faith Through Compassion and Service

Gray Rinehart offers a thoughtful examination of how churches can more closely embody Christ’s teachings through love, healing, unity, and authentic faith. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gray Rinehart …

The Chosen Light Launches an Epic Fantasy Adventure of Courage, Destiny, and Faith

G. Bolander delivers a captivating fantasy novel where a reluctant princess must embrace her calling to confront a growing darkness threatening her kingdom. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author G. Bolander …

Lone Star Ember Releases 'Love You Like God Does' – The Perfect Christian Wedding Song for 2026

Texas Country Gospel Ballad Featuring Acoustic Guitar, Piano & Gospel Choir – Ideal for Wedding Ceremonies, Reception First Dances & Faith-Based Playlists HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE …

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