AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoReligious Freedom & Politics: Idaho’s LDS Church urged members to oppose the November abortion ballot measure, sending a letter to be read in congregations and calling for respectful civic action. Interfaith & Antisemitism: A Catholic bishop marked Yom Kippur with a message about repentance and “deep spiritual bonds” between Jews and Catholics, urging Catholics to reject antisemitism. Hate, Safety, and Community: A Sikh truck driver survived a stabbing at a Wyoming rest stop, with officials still probing motive as community leaders warn inflammatory rhetoric is fueling fear. LGBTQ Catholic Leadership: DignityUSA’s longtime executive director Marianne Duddy-Burke announced she will retire, citing generational change in LGBTQ Catholic leadership. Faith in Action: A sheriff’s office and Sopchoppy Baptist Church built an accessibility ramp for a 91-year-old woman, highlighting local service. Church Growth After Violence: One year after an LDS church attack in Grand Blanc Township, the congregation will begin rebuilding with a public groundbreaking. Jewish Life & Learning: Rabbi Michael Beyo promoted a new book arguing Judaism’s “choose life” message counters civilizations’ obsession with death and the afterlife. Catholic Community & Worship: A new chapel for an LDS congregation in Cape Girardeau County will open after five years following an arson fire. Community Ties: An Idaho Religious Freedom Summit brought together faith and legal leaders to discuss how to live out beliefs while protecting others’ rights.
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