During a special session hosted by conference leaders. 83 churches in Iowa agreed to leave to join more traditionalist denominations or have total independence.
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Jami Martin-Trainor News May. 30, 2023 3:34 pm4d ago
During a special session hosted by conference leaders. 83 churches in Iowa agreed to leave to join more traditionalist denominations or have total independence.
Erin Jordan Religion & Belief Apr. 4, 2023 11:46 am60d ago
Archbishop Michael Jackels, who has led the Dubuque Archdiocese of the Catholic Church since 2013, will retire for health reasons.
The Gazette People & Places Mar. 25, 2023 6:00 am71d ago
Cedar Rapids church embraces folklore tradition
Elijah Decious Religion & Belief Dec. 7, 2022 3:44 pm178d ago
Thanksgiving is a secular holiday, but each faith ascribes its own values. See how each one gives thanks.
Emily Andersen Community Aug. 4, 2022 9:31 am303d ago
A Cedar Rapids-based church is hosting a free week-long camp in August that will help children cope with traumas related to the 2020 derecho and other crises.
Community Jul. 5, 2022 10:49 am333d ago
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church is providing free lunch at the Pheasant Ridge Neighborhood Center until August with food donations from HACAP Food Pantry.
Fires Jun. 27, 2022 5:04 pm341d ago
The Iowa City Church on American Legion Road on the east side of Iowa City was “fully engulfed in flames and smoke” early Saturday morning. The fire remains under investigation.
Crime and Courts Jun. 27, 2022 10:42 am341d ago
The school tried to work out a solution so Kennedy could pray privately before or after the game. When he continued to kneel and pray on the field, the school put him on paid leave.
Religion & Belief Jun. 25, 2022 5:10 pm343d ago
One transgender Cedar Rapids teen has grown closer to his faith in God, despite what many Christians may say.
Religion & Belief Jun. 13, 2022 3:26 pm355d ago
After 109 years, the Wesley Center at the University of Iowa has ended its affiliation with the United Methodist Church, citing its commitment to LGBTQ students.
Religion & Belief Apr. 28, 2022 6:00 am402d ago
St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Cedar Rapids has become the first United Methodist church in the state to put the issue to a congregational vote — which was overwhelmingly approved.
Community Apr. 22, 2022 10:01 am407d ago
The First Methodist Episcopal Church, a historic and iconic feature on Uptown Marion’s horizon that was set to be demolished soon, may be saved after all.
Religion & Belief Apr. 21, 2022 6:35 pm408d ago
For the first time in 20 years, one of the largest Catholic churches in Cedar Rapids will celebrate Easter with a crucifix.
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