News & Ideas - July 15, 2015

Gay marriage and the future of evangelical colleges
The Atlantic: Now that same-sex couples have the right to wed, will higher-ed institutions that condemn LGBT students still be eligible for federal funding?

With religious affiliation on the decline, what should happen to hallowed buildings?
Washington Post: There are other options for former church buildings besides trendy restaurants, bars and condos.

A lavish welcome to the table
Baptist News Global: Exclusion from communion hurt more than the Rev. Amy Butler expected. Until she felt a hand on her shoulder.

Health law's contraceptive coverage isn't burden on religion, court rules
The New York Times: A federal appeals court Tuesday rejected a challenge by the Little Sisters of the Poor, an order of Roman Catholic nuns.

The pope of mistake(s)
America: As Pope Francis illustrates, it's imperative for a Christian to admit that he or she is wrong, says the Rev. James Martin.