RNS Morning Report - Why Trump's immigration crackdown may make America less Christian

Top Stories Why Trump’s immigration crackdown may make America less Christian (RNS) — America has become less religious because white Americans are less religious. Most recent immigrants are religious, and many are Christians. US Catholic leaders push forward on Pope Francis’ signature theme of synodality (RNS) — Dioceses are adapting the Synod on Synodality’s spirit and techniques into their pastoral planning.  The encampments are gone, but students who protested for Palestinians vow to continue (RNS) — While there are fewer protests on campuses, student activists say that the pro-Palestine student movement is still strong. Texas governor calls CAIR a terrorist organization, says he will enforce penalties (RNS) — Gov. Greg Abbott’s move comes as some Texas political officials oppose the presence of Muslim groups and mosques in the state. Muslim advocates say they fear such rhetoric could lead to violence. Vatican groups report progress, and tensions, on women and LGBTQ inclusion VATICAN CITY (RNS) — The Vatican’s synod study groups released a rare update on their work after Pope Francis’ death. It suggests a mix of momentum and gridlock. Opinion On the right, Judeo-Christian values are out and Christian nationalism is in (RNS) — As someone who has been studying the use of ‘Judeo-Christian’ in American public discourse for over 40 years, I can say with confidence its usage has come full circle. Our silence on Sudan reveals a disturbing moral blind spot (RNS) — Why the lack of notable activism in responding to the violence in Sudan? The answer might surprise you. ICYMI How Rutgers University became the battleground for Hindu inclusion (RNS) — Rutgers has long been at the helm of Hindu activism in America. Bible sales keep growing, even as many Americans lose their religion (RNS) —About 18 million Bibles have been sold this year, part of a five-year boom in Bible sales. In Other News Pope Leo calls out ‘extremely disrespectful’ treatment of migrants in the U.S. Federal judge orders some Texas schools to remove Ten Commandment posters Support Our Work As a nonprofit newsroom that covers all faiths, RNS sits uniquely at the intersection of freedom of the press and freedom of religion. 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

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