RNS Morning Report - As Texas Republicans target Islam, a once-quiet Muslim community fights back

Top Stories As Texas Republicans target Islam, a once-quiet Muslim community fights back (RNS) — ‘We actually have to do something to stop this,’ said Noor Wadi, a Dallas lawyer who is a key figure in the pushback. At AI conference, religious leaders confront what technology could cost humanity WASHINGTON (RNS) — The dangers of AI hung heavy over Tuesday's conference, including the faith-focused panel with evangelical, Catholic and LDS leaders. In Germany, right-wing ‘Christfluencers’ hope to follow the US religious right (RNS) — Radicalized by COVID-19 and anger over immigration, right-wing pastors like Tobias Riemenschneider in Germany hope to gain followers by promoting conservative Christian views and politics. They have looked to religious right leaders and conservative influencers in the US for inspiration. Opinion The Catholic Church’s culture problem is closer to home than Pope Leo thinks (RNS) — Two women now head major Vatican offices, and a third will soon. But the altar rail tells another story about their progress in the church. LGBTQ Jews face dual threats these High Holidays. Here’s how synagogues can be their refuge. (RNS) — Every congregation can plan ahead, communicate with respect and ensure that no one is humiliated at the door, singled out during a meal or made to feel that their presence is merely being tolerated. Immigration policy divides us. Whether to show up for people hurt by it shouldn’t. (RNS) — In time of a humanitarian crisis, Mary Ellen Giess argues that interfaith communities in Springfield are showing what’s possible. ICYMI As Pope Leo prepares to visit France, can its ‘Catholic moment’ become a lasting revival? (RNS) — Record numbers of young people are seeking baptism in France. As Pope Leo arrives to greet 80,000 of them later this month, the country's diminished Catholic Church is faced with the challenge of turning the burst of enthusiasm into a lasting renewal. T.D. Jakes’ megachurch pays tribute to his 50 years of ministry (RNS) — ‘The Potter's House is never just Bishop Jakes,’ he told his megachurch congregation. ‘It never was, and it never will be.’   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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