RNS Morning Report - ICE in Maine; Faith in TV, movies

Top Stories Maine clergy form spiritual ‘shield’ outside workplaces to protect immigrants from ICE (RNS) — Like religious leaders in cities such as Minneapolis, Chicago and elsewhere, local clergy were quick to muster resistance to the rapid influx of immigration enforcement agents, even as they wrangle with the unusual geography of Maine. Faith portrayals in TV, movies appeal across religious and political lines, new survey finds (RNS) — Researchers studied religion in shows such as “The Pitt,” “Young Sheldon,” “Hacksaw Ridge,” “The West Wing,” “Ramy” and “Nobody Wants This.” Top Vatican official calls violence in Minneapolis ‘unacceptable’ VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Cardinal Pietro Parolin urges restraint by federal agents as Catholic bishops in the United States criticize immigration enforcement tactics. Catholic bishops’ conference president calls for Holy Hour after Minneapolis DHS killings (RNS) — ‘The current climate of fear and polarization, which thrives when human dignity is disregarded, does not meet the standard set by Christ in the Gospel,’ wrote Oklahoma City Archbishop Paul Coakley. Opinion Which threatens American Christianity more: ICE or Cities Church protesters? (RNS) — American Christians need a more robust sense of sacred connection to one another. As Jews mark Tu Bishvat, the EPA turns its back on the Earth and public health (RNS) — Led by its first-ever Jewish administrator, the EPA is planning to repeal a landmark determination that greenhouse gases pose a threat to public health and welfare. ICYMI On the ground in Minneapolis: An inside look at the faith response Transcript from the Tuesday (Jan. 27) event “On the Ground in Minneapolis: The Faith Response.” Local faith leaders Imam Mowlid Ali and the Rev. Ingrid Rasmussen join RNS national reporter Jack Jenkins for a timely live discussion, moderated by RNS Events Host Niala Boodhoo. Faith leaders criticize Trump administration’s removal of Philadelphia slavery exhibit (RNS) — One of the removed panels featured images of Richard Allen and Absalom Jones. Both born as enslaved persons, they were instrumental in starting their churches. 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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