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The Rev. Lorenzo Lebrija, executive director of TryTank Research Institute. [Religion News Service] First, there was Xian’er, the cartoon-like, mantra-chanting robot Buddhist monk that China introduced in 2015. Then there was the German “BlessU-2” robot that dispensed blessings using ATM parts, and Pepper, the Japanese robot priest that delivered funeral rites. Now a new generation of religious AI is emerging with…
Episcopal congregations, ministries to observe World Refugee Day with events, special worship services
Congolese refugees Jeanine Balezi, an intensive-case manager for Refugee Focus, left, and Namughisha Nashimwe, pose for a photo in Nashimwe’s apartment in Tucson, Arizona. Photo: Lynette Wilson/ENS [Episcopal News Service] June 20 marks World Refugee Day, and Episcopal congregations worldwide are observing with various events, including educational presentations and interfaith gatherings. World Refugee Day was…
As Trump demands apology, Washington bishop explains her call for mercy toward those living in fear
Washington Bishop Mariann Budde preaches Jan. 21 at the Service of Prayer for the Nation at Washington National Cathedral. Photo: Washington National Cathedral, via Facebook [Episcopal News Service] The sermon’s duration was less than 15 minutes. Its theme – a call for unity grounded in faith at a time of political division – was hardly…
From a South Korean base, Episcopal Army chaplain performs unique, multifaceted duties
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Anglican Communion secretary general to address Church in Wales meeting
[The Church in Wales] Christians facing persecution and churches overseas will be on the agenda of a key meeting of Church in Wales members Sept. 4-5 at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, Lampeter. The secretary general of the Anglican Communion, the Rt. Rev. Anthony Poggo, will address the church’s Governing Body. This will be…
Minnesota couple relies on their Episcopal faith as they serve their local wrestling community
Professional wrestler and Episcopalian Nick Kinney, in his persona as “bad guy” Nick Pride, admires himself in a mirror before a match. Photo: Video screenshot [Episcopal News Service] Jayne and Nick Kinney are sometimes a bit late for Sunday services at St. Martin’s by the Lake in Minnetonka Beach, Minnesota. When they are, fellow parishioners…
