Wednesday's News & Ideas - 11/13/2024
- Trump won with Catholics
- Bishop calls for more CoE resignations
- Revenue decline
- Ten Commandments display blocked
- Trauma acknowledgment in church
- Changing how we read news
AP VoteCast shows Trump boosted his level of support among Catholic voters
The Associated Press: This year, 54% of Catholic voters supported Trump and 44% backed Harris — a shift that was particularly notable in North Carolina, Florida and Texas.
Bishop says more Church of England senior clergy may need to resign over abuse scandal
The Guardian: Julie Conalty, bishop of Birkenhead, welcomed the resignation of Justin Welby but said more institutional changes are needed.
Revenue decline remains largest challenge for ministry leaders
Religion Unplugged: While over 60% of Christian ministries saw an increase in their revenue over the last 12 months, nearly 36% said their revenue remained flat or decreased in that same period.
Federal judge blocks Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms*
The New York Times: The ruling is probably the first in what could be a long legal fight for conservative Christian groups hoping to amplify public expressions of faith.
To feel safe in the pews, trauma must be acknowledged, spiritual directors say
Religion News Service: Despite the growth of trauma-informed ministry, religious leaders believe that more needs to be done for the church and other sacred spaces to be healthy, safe places of connection for congregations.
The Spark
I’m a journalist and I’m changing the way I read news. This is how.
Sometimes it’s healthy to do something you love less, and differently, Laura Hazard Owen writes for Nieman Lab.
*access is limited for nonsubscribers
