The church implied it might leave the Scouts when they changed the policy. Now, the church says as long as it can use its own criteria for appointing leaders, it will go on sponsoring troops.
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A national park’s missing stories find new home in Glacier Bay Tlingit tribal house
A $3 million dollar Tlingit tribal house is being constructed on the shore of Bartlett Cove in Glacier Bay–likely the first time the park service has funded a tribal house.
Vatican team travels to Bethel to trace history of Yup’ik masks
There is next to no documentation for the seven masks besides a note that says “from Holy Cross.” The Yukon village was the location of a Jesuit orphanage and mission.
Would Voters Entrust The White House To An Atheist?
Many Americans say they would not vote for an atheist for president. It’s based on incorrect assumptions about the connection between ethical behavior and religious belief, says Tania Lombrozo.
Barefoot pastor raising money to buy shoes for people in developing countries
Many churches involved in the campaign are raising money through their congregations. The pastor is taking it a little further in hopes of involving more community members. So, to raise awareness, he’s pledged to go without shoes for a month.
Dillingham’s Old Believer fishermen prioritize faith over fish
Even in the midst of an opener, with fish running, many Russian Orthodox crews place faith over fish.