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Karen Whitsett, a state lawmaker from Detroit, announced she will not run for re‑election and will leave public office entirely. She said her choice is driven by spiritual conviction rather than politics. Whitsett wants to devote more time to religious study and ministry work. The representative ex

Faith and Recovery: How a New Belief Can Turn Addiction Around

Jenny Teeters grew up juggling a high‑earning tech job, two teenage daughters and an MBA while secretly battling alcohol. She reached a breaking point when the stress of it all became too much, and she realized she needed help. The turning point came not from a rehab center alone but from an unexpec

Religions, Identities and the Rise of Extremism

A new essay argues that when people lose traditional faith, they often seek other strong beliefs. The writer believes that this search can lead to dangerous ideas. The piece cites studies showing that regular churchgoers are less likely to hold hateful or violent views. It also notes that religio

Faith‑Driven Politics: A New Kind of Democratic Message

In a Texas rally that mixed music, faith and politics, candidate James Talarico delivered a speech aimed at bringing progressive Christians into the Democratic fold. The event began with a pastor urging peace and unity, setting a tone that Talarico would build on. He appeared in casual attire, engag

Gun Law and Marijuana: A Supreme Court Showdown

The United States Supreme Court is set to decide a case that mixes gun rights, drug use, and federal law. The dispute centers on a rule that makes it illegal for anyone who uses drugs to own a firearm, even if the weapon was bought legally. The case involves Ali Danial Hemani, who has been charged u

Pope Urges Priests to Keep Sermons Human, Not Machine‑Made

The Pope met with Rome’s priests on February 19 and said they should not use computers to write sermons. He explained that machines can’t share faith the way people do. The message was clear: real human connection is essential for ministry. He compared writing a homily to exercising a muscle.

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A Fresh Start for a Rockies Power Hitter

Zac Veen, 24, has made dramatic changes to his life and body this spring. He added more than 40 pounds of muscle, moving from around 200 to a solid 245 pounds. The biggest shift happened off the field, where he said he had finally gotten sober after years of substance use. He admitted that during

Police Charge More Protesters Over Minnesota Church Incident

The state’s top prosecutor has filed federal accusations against 30 additional people who took part in a January demonstration inside a Minnesota church that hosts an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer. The new charges come after earlier indictments of journalists and a local activist wh

Vatican Retreat Wraps Up with Reflection and Thanks

The Pope closed a week of deep spiritual work in the Vatican by sharing thanks and thoughtful thoughts. He called the retreat a “deep experience” that guided the Vatican’s leaders through prayer and reflection. The focus began with a look at the “Temptations” and moved on to monastic life, esp