RNS Morning Report: Faith leaders, politicians invoke God’s protection for Trump in wake of shooting

Top Stories Faith leaders, politicians invoke God’s protection for Trump in wake of shooting (RNS) — Many also asked for prayers for the country as a whole and the polarized political landscape.   Matt Chandler under fire as podcast alleges Village Church hired father despite known abuse (RNS) — The allegations, which were shared in the 'Bodies Behind the Bus' podcast earlier this week, have sparked controversy online.   The Knights of Columbus will cover Rupnik mosaics, pending investigation (RNS) — The lay Catholic men’s organization said it may cover the artwork in plaster after the conclusion of the Vatican's investigation into Rupnik's alleged sexual abuse. RNS Opinion The church is radicalizing over Gaza (RNS) — Islamists, Zionists and conservative evangelicals are strange extremist bedfellows indeed.   State Department criticizes religious persecution: But will it act? (RNS) — For the United States to credibly pronounce human rights to matter, then it must matter in all our relationships, friend and foe alike. ICYMI Forgotten in a coconut field, an 800-year-old tombstone expands India’s Jewish history (RNS) — Identified as the oldest Jewish artifact in India, the stone may be evidence of a previously unknown community.    Online spaces create community for spiritual yoga practitioners (RNS) — Yoga churches, and the people who lead them, represent the evolving landscape of spirituality in America, blending ancient wisdom with modern practices to create a supportive community for seekers of all backgrounds. In Other News How young artists take inspiration from religion in uncertain times Failed Trump assassination attempt may embolden supporters who see him as chosen by God   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. RNS 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