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Elijah Decious Religion & Belief Dec. 7, 2022 3:44 pm60d 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 am185d 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.
Sabine Martin Community Jul. 5, 2022 10:49 am215d 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.
Izabela Zaluska Fires Jun. 27, 2022 5:04 pm222d 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.
AP Crime and Courts Jun. 27, 2022 10:42 am223d 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 pm224d 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 pm237d 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 am283d 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 am289d 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 pm289d ago
For the first time in 20 years, one of the largest Catholic churches in Cedar Rapids will celebrate Easter with a crucifix.
Travel Apr. 14, 2022 6:15 am303d ago
Wandering through Shrine of the Grotto of the Redemption in West Bend, Iowa, is a religious experience. It’s often referred to as the “Eighth Wonder of the World.”
Religion & Belief Apr. 1, 2022 6:00 am311d ago
The new pastor at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Pastor Ray Coleman, tells every member of his church he loves them every Sunday. He recently joined the church with his wife, Rhonda, after spending their lives in Texas.
Religion & Belief Feb. 23, 2022 6:46 pm346d ago
After years of tension and the departure of members and clergy, leaders for Iowa’s largest mainline Protestant church explain their vision to include LGBTQ people.