The New Yorker should have paid less attention to the novelty of its writers and more attention to their writing.

The real big news out of the denomination's General Assembly may not be its revoking of its ban on gay ministers.

"Religious use and student-led prayer seem to be okay, but Bible reading in class isn't. What does the Supreme Court really think about public religion?"

Charles Colson, Andrew Greeley, Frederica Mathewes-Green, and Lauren Winner join the battle—and Doug Gresham comes out to reply.

"Gender-specific alterations seemed hypocritical, inconsistent, says British theologian."

"Atlantis is flashy, but critics claim it's too full holes to stay afloat. Plus Lara Croft: Tomb Raider and a wrap-up of the great Shrek debate."

Monks worry they may appear as threats to each warring side

Signing clears the way for the common celebration of other inter-church accords.

"Billy is back, the Roman Coliseum was really, really bad, and links to more than 110 other religion and ethics news stories from around the world."

But Peter Jensen stands by his criticism of government's attitude toward stolen generation of Aboriginal children

How a Humble Inquiry into the nature of the church cost Jonathan Edwards his job.

Bush and Rosa Parks join together to push the faith-based initiative.

Suspects linked to rash of attacks

The Christian Century criticizes Henri Nouwen and The Jesus Seminar while promoting the regulation of sex.

Don't believe everything you hear about the church and the environmental crisis.

"Our belief in a Creator, not crisis scenarios, drives our environmental concerns."

The Orlando Sentinel gets the facts on the arrest of Crosswalk.com's CEO.

"What Christian and mainstream critics are saying about Dr. Dolittle 2, The Fast and the Furious, Sexy Beast, The Anniversary Party, and other cinematic options."

Religious investing is on the rise—but so are religious investment frauds

"The continuing missionary work of the kidnapped Burnhams, Dylan joins the company of angels and archangels, and many other stories from news sources around the world"

"The architect of the Great Books, Mortimer Adler, moved beyond big ideas to the mysteries of faith."

The National Trust's list of imperiled places gives unnoticed gems a chance to shine

Fears mount that reason for camps is to galvanize support for temple construction

Missionaries still held by terrorists despite military attack and other stories from mainstream media around the world.

Christian scholars speak not-so-softly over a big sticking point: Theodore Roosevelt's faith

Head of country's Anglicans calls for blessing of same-sex friendships.

"Country's National Council of Churches demands apology, compensation to Aboriginals"

"Privatization of jails, restorative justice also chief concerns at recent meeting."

"Ministering to youth, sex offenders, and mentally ill ; and other stories from media around the world"

Priests claim Christian sisters are being forced into Islam

Youths reportedly instructed in political violence techniques in run-up to election.

Article in church newspaper is thinly veiled criticism of Mugabe government.

White clergyman upset with appointment of bishop and with President Mugabe.

Italian media speculate some cardinals could suggest an update of the papal election process.

"ABC News replaces religion correspondent Peggy Wehmeyer with a robot (kind of), and other stories from media sources around the world."

"Mission at risk, says senior bishop in Church of England"

Anglican bishops appeal to prime minister for intervention

Deputy prime minister meets with church leaders to resolve court cases.

"A hot summer's a-brewin', and other stories from mainstream media sources around the world"

"Moulin Rouge stirs critics into several debates, plus reviews of The Animal, What's The Worst That Could Happen? and Startup.com."

"5,000 attend funeral, Catholic schools close in mourning"

Charities aim to meet basic needs after January's western India earthquake.

Nooranal's electoral campaign annoyed some Christians with support of Communists.

"As nuns are convicted of genocide, military officers and priest get verdict in 1998 death of bishop. Plus other stories from media around the world"

"The Israelites spent time on both sides of the Jordan. Now tourists can, too"

Churches leading the way to aid 1.8 million ton food shortage

"Council recommends erasing unpayable debts, focusing on homelessness"

"Yes, Roosevelt paid the usual presidential respects to Christianity, but didn't show much explicit personal devotion to it."

"Supreme Court okays Christian elementary school club, and American missionaries are still alive"

Second Vatican Council pope becomes only third placed on display in glass coffin.

"Author arrested on three counts, including derogatory language."

Plans for Athens games to be outlined in September

"Graham Staines' alleged murderer goes on a hunger strike, and historian Allen Guelzo outlines the case for slavery reparations."

"Four out of ten attending Ten Commandments series are not Christians, preacher estimates."

Court rules Roman Kotlinski violated the good name of the Catholic archdiocese with claims of financial misdeeds

Theologian says continued anti-Semitism overshadows gesture

"People who pray too much, and television networks losing religion in the U.S. and abroad."

Hindu BJP getting irrelevant day by day say rivals

Retiring Archbishop says the campaign is the work of only a handful of people.

"Petitions submitted to the European Union for more protection, aid."

"Also, critics respond to Swordfish, Evolution, and The Road Home, plus more reader recommendations"

Newspaper editorials weigh in on Good News Club v. Milford School District. Plus other stories from mainstream media around the world

Churches harassed by Islamic youths purporting to enforce the law

"Since the 1998 death, six witnesses, a prosecutor, and a judge have fled in fear of their lives"

"Jars of Clay's latest hit is Pomp and Circumstance, and other stories from media sources around the world."

"In the process of change, you also create friction, says Kevin Mannoia"

Bill Hybels and fourth-century preaching star John Chrysostom would have a lot to talk about