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PublishedMay 23, 2022
Southern Baptists face push for public list of sex abusers
A report by an independent firm contracted by the Southern Baptist Convention said survivors of abuse by SBC clergy repeatedly shared allegations with the Executive Committee, 'only to be met, time and time again, with resistance, stonewalling, and even outright hostility from some within the EC.'
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PublishedMay 22, 2022
Southern Baptist leaders covered up sex abuse, lied about secret database, report says
Among the findings in the report was a previously unknown case of a pastor who was credibly accused of assaulting a woman a month after leaving the presidency of the Southern Baptist Convention.
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PublishedApril 29, 2022
In photos: Ramadan brings a gathering of faith, music and food
At sundown, the Ocean Gateway in Portland came alive with performances, traditional Arabic music, prayer and food to celebrate one of the last nights of Ramadan.
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PublishedMarch 29, 2022
Worldwide Orthodox Christian leader denounces ‘atrocious invasion’ of Ukraine
The spiritual leader of the world’s Orthodox Christians has denounced Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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PublishedFebruary 1, 2022
Maine Catholic diocese substantiates abuse allegations against 2 priests
Bishop Robert Deeley this month accepted the recommendation of a diocese review board that advises him on allegations of clergy sexual abuse against children.
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PublishedJanuary 27, 2022
World remembers Holocaust as antisemitism rises in pandemic
Holocaust survivors have recalled their agony to a world that they fear is forgetting on International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
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PublishedJanuary 4, 2022
Maine Council of Churches urges virtual-only worship services to slow surge of COVID-19
While some churches will consider the council's plea to reduce virus transmission, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland will continue to offer in-person services, saying its protocols have proven effective.
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PublishedDecember 24, 2021
The Power of Faith
Active community leader Klara Tammany is focused on another effort to help people as she stays true to her faith. A Lewiston man formerly from Angola says his belief in God has helped him and his family face joblessness and being burned out of their apartment. Louie Marin of Rumford says Jesus filled a hole in his soul that has helped inspire him to help others. These area residents and others profiled here today find daily hope and motivation — to help themselves and to help others — in their faith. In this Christmas season, we offer their stories.
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PublishedDecember 11, 2021
51% of Americans support religious exemptions to vaccination
The poll's findings reveal the latest public opinion amid debates about when to grant the requests.
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PublishedDecember 7, 2021
U.S. Supreme Court will hear a Maine case that could have an impact on school choice nationwide
At issue is a state program providing tax money to allow students in towns without public schools to attend private — but not religious — schools.
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