RNS Morning Report - As White House considers abandoning foreign aid, faith groups say they can’t do it alone

Top Stories As White House considers abandoning foreign aid, faith groups say they can’t do it alone WASHINGTON (RNS) — A discussion centered on whether the federal government should be dispensing foreign aid, which government officials referred to as ‘philanthropy.’   Turned down by state, Oklahoma schools chief is out to raise funds for Trump-endorsed Bibles (RNS) — The state superintendent acknowledged there has been resistance to his goal of getting Bibles into classrooms.     African theologians look to Nicene Creed’s anniversary year to reshape spiritual future (RNS) — One theologian said Africa’s celebrations of the Christian framework would exhibit the continent’s rich theological heritage and highlight new ways of thinking about faith unbound by colonial legacies.   Scripture doesn’t make rules for pastors’ wives. Beth Allison Barr explains why it matters. (RNS) — In ‘Becoming the Pastor’s Wife,’ Barr argues that the white, evangelical model for pastors’ wives is a product of culture, not Scripture.   RNS Opinion Fighting antisemitism online is an endless, tiring battle (RNS) — The hatred was sitting right there on my screen. Why was I so shocked?   Why Muslim American nonprofits are taking steps to build trust with donors during Ramadan (The Conversation) — Zakat is an obligatory charitable practice for which donations are traditionally made through institutions.   ICYMI This Lent, US Lutherans are learning a new Palestinian practice: Sumud (RNS) — An Arab word meaning 'steadfastness,' the Sumud devotional offers churches a six-week study to raise awareness of Israel’s military rule over Palestinians.   Southern Baptist leaders remain undaunted as legal bills from abuse investigation mount NASHVILLE, Tenn. (RNS)— Leaders of the Southern Baptist Convention’s Executive Committee said they face rising legal bills but defended the nation’s largest Protestant denomination as a force for good. In Other News Mormon church rocked by child sexual abuse allegations in California Christians are pressing Trump to clear a path for Israel to annex the West Bank   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