RNS Morning Report - After Ruch's acquittal, ACNA grapples with trial implications and looks to reform

Top Stories After Ruch’s acquittal, ACNA grapples with trial implications and looks to reform (RNS) — As the denomination looks ahead to two additional bishops’ trials, the precedents set by the Ruch trial will have substantial bearing on the upcoming proceedings. Cities Church in Minnesota is considering legal options after anti-ICE protest (RNS) — Southern Baptist leaders say the protest was a violation of religious freedom and called on federal officials to protect churches. Jerusalem historic churches call Christian Zionism a ‘damaging’ ideology JERUSALEM (RNS) — Historic Christian churches representing the predominantly Arab Christian community and mostly U.S. evangelicals who support Israel are at odds with each other. Russian intelligence targets major Orthodox Christian leader as ‘Antichrist in a Cassock’ ISTANBUL (RNS) — The Ecumenical Patriarchate in Istanbul appears intent on capitalizing on the Russian attack, keeping up a media blitz about the SVR statement for more than a week. Druski’s viral parody of flashy preachers renews debate over wealth in the pulpit (RNS) — Christian rapper and singer Lecrae defended the skit and called on Christians to reflect on the video’s critique of churches. Opinion Harris’ dual loyalty test for Shapiro (RNS) — It is the oldest antisemitic accusation in the book. And Gov. Josh Shapiro felt it. Christians will (and do) oppose civil authorities no matter what Romans 13 says (RNS) — Whether you follow the Apostle Paul’s injunction or not, there’s a long-standing tradition to back you up. ICYMI Black church leaders aid Minneapolis, seek laws curtailing federal agents’ mask usage (RNS) — Minneapolis-area AME Church officials stated Renee Good’s death 'never should have happened' and listed more than a dozen ways they have tried to meet community needs there. Venezuelan procession for La Divina Pastora takes on new weight in tense political moment WASHINGTON (RNS) — Venezuelans in the diaspora and homeland are navigating uncertainty, big emotions and fervent prayers in the aftermath of the US military's seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. 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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