RNS Morning Report: Biden calls out ‘poison’ of white supremacy in address at Mother Emanuel in S.C.

Top Stories Biden calls out ‘poison’ of white supremacy in address at Mother Emanuel in S.C. (RNS) — Biden’s remarks were interrupted by pro-Palestinian protesters shouting for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. In return, people in the pews started calling out “Four More Years.”   Recent incidents of temple vandalism leave American Hindus worried about a larger trend (RNS) — These instances point to a clear trend, say Hindu American advocates, of anti-Hindu hate crimes on the rise.    How ‘Witness’ became a thrilling audio drama and a parable about America’s soul (RNS) — A new podcast version of ‘Witness’ is both thriller filled with so-called driveway moments and an insightful story of America’s crisis of faith.   Christians Against Christian Nationalism translates TikTok activism to local politics (RNS) — The popular TikTok account is, in part, a response to the growth of ‘trendy’ fundamentalism on the platform. RNS Opinion Mike Pence writes messages on bombs meant for Lebanon. Would Jesus do that? (RNS) — A debunked theology is providing cover for supremacists — both white Christian and Jewish — to pursue an illegal war.   Why didn’t President Biden kick off his campaign at Gettysburg? (RNS) — The comparison to outright Civil War was likely too dangerous. ICYMI A small Spanish city’s bid to build Europe’s biggest Buddha (RNS) — The 6,000-ton white jade Buddha statue will overlook a sprawling group of temples and monasteries just kilometers from the city center. But suspicions of the project abound.   Once protected by its remoteness, a sacred lake in Kyrgyzstan is threatened by change (RNS) — On the shores of Issyk Kul are more than 130 sacred sites, including trees, mountain peaks, hot springs and tombs of important figures. But the region itself, says one local expert, represents the sacred unity of nature and humanity. In Other News Pope calls for ban on surrogacy, calling it ‘based on exploitation’ Consider revising celibacy rule for Catholic priests, Vatican official says   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