AME Bishop Offers Christmas Wisdom
Dec 25th, 2008 · Vashti McKenzie is the 117th Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church and the first woman to hold the position. She reflects on Christmas and her service in Africa.
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U.S. Catholic Bishops Warn Politicians On Abortion
Nov 12th, 2008 · President-elect Barack Obama has promised to loosen restrictions on abortion. At the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' semiannual meeting Tuesday in Baltimore, one bishop after another echoed the words of Fabian Bruskewitz of Lincoln, Neb., who said the church can't let that happen.
Head Episcopal Bishop On Schism And Secession
Oct 6th, 2008 · Katharine Jefferts Schori, the first female bishop to preside over the Episcopal Church, has faced a number of crises since she accepted the post in 2006. At least one diocese has seceded in response to the ordination of the denomination's first openly gay bishop, and more may follow.
Bluesman Elvin Bishop, Rolling Stylishly On
Oct 1st, 2008 · Rock critic Ken Tucker reviews the guitarist and singer's new album, The Blues Rolls On. Released in early September, the disc includes collaborations with B.B. King, George Thorogood, James Cotton and more.
Elvin Bishop: Back To The Blues
Sep 20th, 2008 · Bishop first journeyed to Chicago in 1960 in search of the blues. Still active after 45 years, the legendary bluesman just released a new album, The Blues Rolls On, featuring B.B. King, Derek Trucks, Warren Haynes and George Thorogood playing classic blues tunes.
The Black Male Experience Unpacked on Stage
Sep 17th, 2008 · Daniel Beaty's new play Resurrection explores the lives of six African American men, dealing with a range of personal and political issues. Beaty shares his inspiration for the play and what he hopes it communicates. Actor Jefery V. Thompson discusses his personal relationship with his character 'Bishop.'
Church Of England To Allow Female Bishops
Jul 8th, 2008 · The Church of England's governing body has agreed to allow women to become bishops. However, members want to work out some way to accommodate those who object to the practice.
Homosexuality Debate Squelched by Gay Activists
May 12th, 2008 · What happens when you invite an openly gay episcopal bishop to participate in a panel alongside conservative Christians who have called homosexuality a sin and treated it like a disease that needs a cure? That's easy — the panel gets canceled.
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