RNS Morning Report: The Alabama ruling on embryos claimed to be Christian. Christians aren’t so sure.

Top Stories The Alabama ruling on embryos claimed to be Christian. Christians aren’t so sure. (RNS) — Theological opinions on IVF, let alone political ones, are difficult to ascertain and are far from universal across denominations.   ‘Trinity’s Triumph’ film, written by New Jersey priest, humanizes Catholic clergy (RNS) — While reductive narratives depict priests as perfect heroes or evil villains, said writer and producer Stephen Fichter, truth is more complicated.   For those of mixed heritage, Israel-Hamas war complicates already difficult terrain (RNS) — Since Oct. 7, writers who have both Palestinian and Jewish relatives are navigating polarizing arguments among family and friends as well as reexamining their own identities.   Tep Vong, the leader of Cambodia’s Buddhist community, dies at 93 PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — Cambodia's Ministry of Cult and Religion said Tep Vong died Monday after an extended illness. RNS Opinion From the wilderness to new life: A guide to Lent for everyone (FaVS) — Lent, a spring festival, offers a chance to cast off the oppression of winter — or the imperial forces of darkness.   How a campus interfaith center fell to Florida’s anti-DEI legislation (RNS) — At the University of North Florida, a ban against polarizing students along religious lines closed a thriving resource. ICYMI Calvin University President Wiebe Boer resigns after misconduct complaint (RNS) — 'The report did not include allegations of sexually explicit communication or physical contact, but the alleged conduct is concerning and inappropriate,' the trustees said in their statement.   Michigan’s Muslim voters mobilize to vote ‘uncommitted’ in Democratic primary (RNS) — For many, Tuesday's primary is a chance to show the impact of Muslim Americans' dissatisfaction with Biden's support for Israel and his refusal to advocate for a cease-fire in Gaza. In Other News Pope Francis accepts resignation of Polish archbishop accused of ignoring abuse Alabama justice’s ties with far-right Christian movement raise concern   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