RNS Morning Report - As Trump officials demonize faith-based partners, government grants are called heresy

Top Stories As Trump officials demonize faith-based partners, government grants are called heresy (RNS) — Faith groups have long received government grants to feed the hungry, respond to disasters and assist those in need, but recent comments from Trump administration officials have cast such grants in a bad light.   He’s a young millennial Catholic priest; of course he’s a social media influencer (RNS) — For Fr. David Michael Moses, whose humorous and heartfelt videos have tens of millions of views, social media isn’t a tool — it’s a mission field.   Jewish Reform seminary relocating to Upper West Side, adds virtual options (RNS) — Hebrew Union College's New York City campus is moving to a smaller building.   Hamas’ threat to delay the next release of Israeli hostages raises fears for Gaza ceasefire JERUSALEM (AP) — The next handover of three hostages had been scheduled for Saturday, and families say time is running out for those still alive.   RNS Opinion Instead of Christian nationalism, try Christian cosmopolitanism (RNS) — Christian cosmopolitanism calls for an expansion of our circle of concern, not to close it to anyone but Americans.   Ronald Reagan failed to end the sanctuary movement. Here’s why Trump will too. (RNS) — Neither human dignity nor the sanctity of sacred space can be altered by memos or edicts from political leaders.   ICYMI Pope Francis takes aim at Vance’s definition of ‘ordo amoris’ in letter to US Bishops VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Vice President JD Vance used the old Catholic theology to defend the Trump administration's immigration policy. Pope Francis made clear that's not the church's interpretation.   Faith-based groups challenge Trump orders in two court cases WASHINGTON (RNS) — More than two dozen faith groups are challenging an effective freeze on the federal refugee resettlement program and defending a rule preventing immigration law enforcement agencies from raiding houses of worship and other sensitive locations. In Other News Rightwing Christians plot to increase US religious education during school hours 27 religious groups sue to block immigration arrests at houses of worship   Depend on our reporting? Help us out! As a nonprofit newsroom that covers all faiths, RNS sits uniquely at the intersection of freedom of the press and freedom of religion. You can support this work! News tips or feedback? Email comments@religionnews.com Like the Morning Report? Share it with a friend Forwarded this newsletter? Subscribe here We rely on reader donations to power our reporting. Donate here. Or send a check to: Religion News Foundation PO Box 1808 Columbia, MO 65205