Monday's News & Ideas - 8/26/2024

Faculty members are burned out — and technology is partly to blame*
Inside Higher Ed: A new report shows instructors feel like they’re always on the clock and that many believe the use of technology, in and out of the classroom, is pushing higher ed in the wrong direction.

How women of color with Christian and progressive values are keeping the faith — outside churches
The Associated Press: Brandi Brown has yet to find a Black church near her Southern California home that feels right for her. So when she wants to talk about God, she relies on someone over a thousand miles away.

Alabama Supreme Court denies rehearing on United Methodist churches wanting to leave*
AL.com: The Alabama Supreme Court on Friday denied a request for a re-hearing of its ruling against United Methodist churches that sued trying to leave the United Methodist Church and take their property.

Infamous New Orleans orphanage’s abusive history ran deeper than ever known
The Guardian: Survivors of child sex abuse by male and female clergy seek justice — but are answered with silence.

In Chicago, ‘Little Palestine’ adds its voice to roar of the Democratic convention
Religion News Service: With the DNC happening in their backyard, many residents came straight from work or school to participate in the protests.

The Spark

Why I changed my mind about volunteering
As a left-leaning college student, Rachel Cohen was persuaded by leaders who warned that personal consumer choices would never amount to real social change, Vox says.

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