RNS Morning Report: How Christian nationalism paved the way for Jan. 6

Top Stories How Christian nationalism paved the way for Jan. 6 WASHINGTON (RNS) — The president seemed to frame himself as leading an existential fight against liberal foes, defending America from an attack on the Christian faith.   Ex-members of La Luz del Mundo say Naasón Joaquín García deserves more than 16 years LOS ANGELES (RNS) — ‘He deserves the full weight of the law,’ said Hector Vera, a former deacon of the church.   Humanist children’s books translated, available free in Muslim-majority countries (RNS) — ‘The world is a very special place even without magic or the supernatural,’ said Bailey Harris, who began writing her book series at age 8.   Cardinal adviser to Pope Francis says resignation rumors are ‘cheap soap opera’ VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Pope Francis’ flurry of activity in August, seemingly setting the stage for his successor, has fueled rumors of an impending resignation.   New vaccine may be option for troops with religious concerns (AP) — Novavax's vaccine may be acceptable to some of the troops who refuse other COVID-19 vaccines because of their remote connection to abortions. RNS Opinion Jan. 6 committee must address Christian nationalism (RNS) — The hearings in Congress provide an opportunity for the public to see Christian nationalism for what it is. ICYMI Calls for SBC to cut ties with Guidepost Solutions greet firm’s Pride month tweet (RNS) — Despite the controversy over Guidepost and its support for LGBTQ+ equality, SBC leaders continue working on reforms to address abuse.   Conservative rabbis approve new language for nonbinary Jews (RNS) — Calling people up to the Torah by name is a long-standing Saturday morning practice. Now the Conservative movement has formalized a series of Hebrew terms service leaders can use to call nonbinary people to Torah honors. In Other News Irish exorcist calls for extra help for people oppressed by evil spirits Rep. Ted lieu silently schools GOP on Jesus Christ’s comments about homosexuality 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