Vatican & Reform Clash: Pope Francis says Germany doesn’t need a second Protestant-style church, criticizing the Synodal Way’s reform push. Religious Freedom & Sanctions: A U.S. religious freedom panel urges sanctions and visa revocation tied to India’s RSS leader Mohan Bhagwat amid claims of attacks on minorities. Local Governance in Muslim-Christian Context: Philippines officials call BARMM’s Sept. 14 elections a “showcase” for Muslim-Christian unity, warning police against election violence. Jewish Community Security: Jewish groups in Australia plan High Holidays security training focused on preparedness and reporting suspicious activity. Faith, Charity & Community Life: A Protestant church in Iowa raised $5,300 via a yard sale and donated proceeds to a food pantry; LDS leaders highlight Great Salt Lake water conservation with major water donations and conservation steps. Churches in the News: Pittsburgh’s former Grandview United Presbyterian Church is set for demolition after a devastating fire; a Flint church thanks the community after a bus carrying 11 congregants flipped en route to service. Controversy & Scrutiny: Girl Scouts disputes claims it teaches religion through mosque-linked optional programs, stressing faith patches are run by independent groups.