RNS Morning Report: Reform Jews support ‘just’ war in Gaza but call for two-state solution

Top Stories Reform Jews support ‘just’ war in Gaza but call for two-state solution (RNS) — The statement is an attempt to thread the needle. It conveys resolute support for Israel while at the same time criticizing some Israeli proposals for the war's aftermath.   CVS employee fired for refusing to sell birth control sues, claiming discrimination (RNS) — Gunna Kristofersdottir joins three other former CVS nurses who sued the company for religious discrimination after being fired for similar reasons.    Radio preacher Alistair Begg won’t back down from advice to attend LGBTQ wedding (RNS) — Begg told a woman she should attend her grandchild’s wedding to a trans person, leading to a Christian radio network dumping his program.   With bonfires and hope, Iran’s minority Zoroastrians celebrate Sadeh and the end of cold winter days TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Around the fire, people listened to bands playing music, theological lectures as they milled about eating and celebrating. RNS Opinion Calling a Black female leader, American Baptists offer a home for progressive Baptists (RNS) — The ABCUSA has an opportunity at a time when major shifts are taking place in Baptist faith at large.   Biology matters, especially after Oct. 7 (RNS) — A woman at an Israel rally gets creative. And gutsy. ICYMI Historic sermon by Gina Stewart at joint Black Baptist meeting draws cheers, controversy (RNS) — After many in the room cheered her on and stood as she preached, the session featuring her sermon temporarily disappeared from the National Baptist Convention U.S.A. Inc.’s Facebook page.   Pope Francis says ‘everyone will calm down’ about same-sex blessings (RNS) — The declaration allowing the blessing of same-sex couples 'wishes to include, not divide,' the pope said. In Other News Rabbis offer pastoral care for those traumatized by Oct. 7 Hamas attack In Iowa, legislators consider singing requirements and unlicensed chaplains for schools   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