RNS Morning Report: For Russian priest protesting Ukraine invasion, a mix of defiance and concern

Quote of the Day “The duty of all Christians is not to support the power in this … aggressive war.” – The Rev. Ioann Burdin said in an interview Top Stories For Russian priest protesting Ukraine invasion, a mixture of defiance and concern (RNS) — 'If I remain silent, I’m not a priest,' said the Rev. Ioann Burdin.   Chair and teacup from Texas synagogue hostage crisis to be displayed in exhibit (RNS) — They will be exhibited alongside a video recorded with the rabbi and the three other hostages at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia.   Vatican’s former financial watchdog said he had no oversight of London realty deal (RNS) — ‘I am firmly convinced I have not committed any crime,’ René Brülhart, former head of the the Vatican’s financial watchdog agency, told judges.   Across US, faith groups mobilize to aid Ukrainian refugees LOS ANGELES (AP) — In Southern California, pastors and lay individuals are stationing themselves at the Mexico border waving Ukrainian flags and offering food, water and prayer.   Afghan evacuees mark first US Ramadan with gratitude, agony LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (AP) — As they adjust to their new communities, Afghan families are celebrating Ramadan with gratitude for their safety. Yet there's also the agony of being away from loved ones who they fear are in danger under Taliban leadership.   From the cushion to the couch: Buddhism’s powerful influence on psychotherapy (RNS) — Your therapist might be a Buddhist, and you'd never know it.   Mormon leader reaffirms faith’s stance on same-sex marriage SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The highest level of salvation, Oaks said, 'can only be attained through faithfulness to the covenants of an eternal marriage between a man and a woman.' RNS Opinion Holy Week pain, Easter hope in Ukraine (RNS) — A visit to a Ukrainian church as Christ is being crucified again in Ukraine.   Why I miss Estelle Harris. Even her voice. (RNS) — Estelle Harris deserves ‘serenity now.’ ICYMI As Jewish movements struggle, independent rabbinical schools gain a toehold DURHAM, N.C. (RNS) — A growing number of Jews are declaring no particular affiliation to either the Reform or Conservative movements. They prefer independent rabbinical schools.   Muslim chaplains forge a new way of thinking about Islam in secular places (RNS) — A new book, 'Mantle of Mercy: Islamic Chaplaincy in North America,' shows how a field that even many Muslims are unfamiliar with is finding its voice everywhere. In Other News New Smithsonian exhibit explores the complexity of science and religion Nigerian humanist jailed for 24 years after pleading guilty to blasphemy Talk to Us We want your feedback on the RNS Morning Report — what you think we're doing right and what we should be doing differently. Send us an email at Comments@ReligionNews.com Subscribe to other RNS Newsletters. Forward this email to a friend. View the archive of past newsletters. Religion News Service is free to read, but it's not free to produce. If you value our reporting, please consider making a donation today. Yes, I support the work you're doing! Forward this email to a friend