RNS Morning Report - With limits on campus protests, quieter vigils are the growing voice of protest

Top Stories With limits on campus protests, quieter vigils are the growing voice of protest NEW YORK (RNS) — While religious language or symbols are not necessarily present, the rituals are unmistakably spiritual in tone. Judge rules Americans United can’t intervene in Johnson Amendment case (RNS) — Defenders of the Johnson Amendment hope to block a proposed legal settlement that would allow churches to make partisan statements during worship services. Holy Door closes to end Jubilee Year — and a year of historic Vatican transition VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Rushed preparations, soaring pilgrim numbers and underwhelming financial returns defined a Jubilee Year shaped by an unexpected papal transition. Pope Leo XIV calls for ‘rule of law’ and respect for human rights after US captures Maduro (RNS) — The pope asked that the sovereignty of Venezuela be respected and that special attention be paid to protecting the poor in the country. Opinion Tending to ‘rough sleepers’ and finding Heschel’s radical amazement (RNS) — I accompanied a team of medical students, including my daughter, who provide health care to the homeless. What I saw was an ancient practice of dignifying people made in the image of God. ‘Marty Supreme’ is a classic American Jewish dark comedy (RNS) — The main character may not be upright, but he's an archetype in the mythos of the American Dream. ICYMI Cardinal Dolan, interfaith coalition press Trump to add religion forum to 2026 G20 (RNS) — Over 80 faith leaders sent President Donald Trump a letter urging him to build on his legacy as 'a stalwart defender of peace and international religious freedom.' Israel’s ban on humanitarian relief groups will severely impact aid to besieged strip, letter warns (RNS) — Israel’s decision to deny registrations to 37 aid groups comes at a perilous time for Palestinians in the occupied territories and especially in Gaza. 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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