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Christian Coalition head quits before start: Cites differences on broadening agenda

NCC supports report urging new Iraq policy: Applauds recommendation for phased withdrawal

Pope's Turkey trip touched all faith, diplomatic bases: Conciliatory mood a fitting ending to landmark visit

WCC now hopes for broader 2013 assembly: Need to better express ecumenical movement

Norway Lutherans vote to cut church-state ties: Historic decision approved by synod delegates

Chinese bishop may face excommunication: Consecrated without papal approval

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Texas Baptists hit by financial scandal: Leader Charles Wade feels heat

Progressive groups say war, poverty topped voter concerns: Broader moral agenda needed

Catholic bishops issue guidelines on gays: Condemn bigotry, accept baptism of gay couples' children

Marines change course, will take Jesus dolls: Toy company inundated with requests

Secular colleges attend to Mormon studies: Role in spiritual history of America noted

Conservatives decry FCC ruling on cursing: Definition of "news" at issue

North Carolina Baptists adopt strictest ban on gay-friendly churches: Deny membership to gays or face expulsion

NBC said to ease up on Veggie Tales edits: More references to God included

ELCA apologizes for persecution of Anabaptists: Lay foundation for international cooperation

Methodist court upholds right to bar gays from membership: Rejects attempts to evade 2005 decision

Religious leaders in Arab nations launch AIDS response group: Network of Muslims and Christians collaborate

Nepal to probe role of living goddess: Inquiry ordered into possible exploitation

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