Pope Leo XIV to undergo lung surgery this week

Christian nationalism in Britain driven by people who seldom go to church, says report
The Guardian: Research challenges the notion that the growing visibility of crosses and other symbols reflects a revival of Christianity

 

Lower East Side parishioners mourn loss of ‘spiritual home’*
The New York Times: As the temporary closure of Most Holy Redeemer Church stretches on, congregants fear it will suffer the same fate as other shuttered houses of worship.

 

As Ken Paxton attacks James Talarico on faith, his church remains a mystery
The Houston Chronicle: Faith is more central to this year’s Senate race than perhaps any in recent memory. Paxton’s Democratic opponent, James Talarico, is a seminarian who openly talks about his Christian beliefs.

 

Pope Leo XIV to undergo lung surgery this week
NPR: The nodule was found at a “very early stage” with doctors recommending surgery.

 

Joe Rogan hosted a Mormon who debunks biblical literalism. Here’s how it went.*
The Washington Post: Church experts say Dan McClellan, a scholar known for examining misinformation about the Bible, is the first practicing member of the Church of Latter-day Saints to go on Rogan’s massive platform.