RNS Morning Report - Why fewer Latin Americans claim religion — but still pray and believe

Top Stories Why fewer Latin Americans claim religion — but still pray and believe (RNS) — ‘The idea that you are only one religion is very North Atlantic,’ said religion sociologist Gustavo Morello. Yahrzeit glasses, a kitchen mystery and a recipe for generations (RNS and NPR) — Using candles to mark the yahrzeit, the anniversary of a death, is mentioned in Jewish tradition as far back as the Middle Ages. But the mass-produced glass holders came later. Vatican warns SSPX bishop ordinations without papal approval would cause schism VATICAN CITY (RNS) — The head of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith said he proposed a path for dialogue and full communion to the leader of SSPX at a meeting on Thursday. New Christian artists push genre boundaries with rap, Afrobeats and R&B (AP) — Often boosted by social media, many of them got their start with independent labels or by uploading self-made songs to streaming platforms. Now, bigger labels and streaming services are catching on. Opinion How faith leaders can help prevent war with Iran (RNS) — Faith leaders need to speak out against a disastrous war with Iran and for the restoration of Congress’ proper role in making war. How MAGA’s anti-empathy campaign upends Christian morality (RNS) — Throughout history, Christianity has been bent into strange shapes to suit someone’s need for power. ICYMI Epstein files reveal ties to Catholic conservatives’ anti-Francis campaign VATICAN CITY (RNS) — The newly released Epstein files show that Jeffrey Epstein and Steve Bannon discussed opposition to Pope Francis, including a move that Bannon claimed would ‘take down Francis.’ ‘Jews against ICE’: Rabbis lead hundreds in mass Jewish protest outside ICE headquarters WASHINGTON (RNS) — ‘We know it from history, and we know it from God, what is demanded of us in this moment,’ Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum told the crowd. 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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