Black preaching changed the course of this country

Methodists may be model for how to remain United despite differences
The (Portland) Oregonian: The first step toward civilized debate is recognition that this is not a fight for or against moral values but a debate between different interpretations of moral values, says columnist.
The Columbus (Ohio) Dispatch: Methodist group wants clergy members suspended for minister's same-sex wedding

Black preaching changed the course of this country. What creates that style?
The Washington Post: African American preaching is not just sermonizing by a pastor who is black. Frank Thomas offers six main characteristics that define this potent tradition.

'There's nobody left': Evangelicals feel abandoned by GOP after Trump's ascent
The Washington Post: Conservatives whose voting decisions are guided by their Christian faith find themselves dismayed and adrift now that Trump has wrested control of the Republican Party.
Religion News Service: In supporting Trump, evangelicals are reaping what they've sown

Engaging Jewish teenagers isn't hopeless -- if we do it right
Jewish Daily Forward: Report's insights are a wake-up call to organizations or individuals who want to engage Jewish teens.

Seeking God, and redemption, in a Texas prison seminary
Los Angeles Times: Inmates at the maximum security Darrington Unit prison are eager to contemplate the most vexing theological questions.