believers need more faith, not more politics

A call to modernize American philanthropy
The New York Times: The giving practices of rich magnates and foundations still suggest a colonial mind-set, the author of a new book argues, as he offers ideas for change.

After arrest of protected immigrant, sanctuary church members cry out for justice
Religion News Service: A group of United Methodists severely criticized the arrest of Samuel Oliver-Bruno, an undocumented immigrant who had been living in their church, as he applied for a deferral on his deportation.

Father James Martin: Stop the assault on asylum seekers
America: How did our country reach the point where we are tear-gassing mothers and children? One reason is because of the widespread myths about these brothers and sisters of ours.

Note to newspaper editors: Change 'church' to 'hierarchy'
Religion News Service: It is time to stop using the term "Catholic church" as a synonym for "Catholic hierarchy," says Fr. Thomas Reese.

Q&A: This Christian activist says believers need more faith, not more politics
Deseret News: Jim Wallis spoke with the Deseret News about his commitment to social justice and the complex relationship between religion and politics.