RNS Morning Report: 13 emerging faith leaders who made their mark in 2023

Top Stories 13 emerging faith leaders who made their mark in 2023 (RNS) — 2023's rising stars in religion are loud, proud and defiant.   The most important stories from the Vatican in 2023 (RNS) — Francis has continued to push for changes in the church, braving daunting opposition and several medical scares.   William Barber II escorted out of movie theater, denied disability accommodations (RNS) — The civil rights leader and minister was there to see ‘The Color Purple’ with his 90-year-old mother.   Faith leaders, influencers who died in 2023: Preachers, protesters, writers, singers (RNS) — We also bid farewell to some celebrities and influencers whose time on stages sometimes represented public faith or whose lives were strengthened by their personal faith. RNS Opinion Study: Utah is no longer a majority-Mormon state (RNS) — With more nonmembers moving into the state and smaller Mormon birthrates, Utah is no longer a majority-Mormon state.   Why Israel matters: A conversation about the National Library of Israel with Raquel Ukeles When people tell me that they are ‘culturally Jewish,’ I can now say: ‘Welcome to your culture.’ ICYMI IHOPKC cuts ties with Mike Bickle over ‘inappropriate behavior’ (RNS)— Best known for launching a round-the-clock prayer and missions group, Bickle admitted to ‘past misconduct’ earlier this month.   The top religion and spirituality books of 2023 (RNS) — These stories of tenacity from people of several faiths and no faith offer guidance for surviving tough times.   In Other News Ye apologizes on Instagram for antisemitic comments A Nebraska mosque, synagogue and church support one another through Gaza conflict   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 at religionnews.com/donate. If you prefer to mail a donation, please address to: Religion News Foundation, PO Box 1808, Columbia, MO 65205. Yes, I support the work you're doing! Forward this email to a friend