(RNS) — Christian Scripture must be read alongside Israel’s long experience of exile, Jesus’ execution by the state and the New Testament’s recurring suspicion of imperial power.

(RNS) — Barber made the challenge during a Thursday (Feb. 5) interview for 'Complexified,' a Religion News Service podcast created in partnership with Iliff Institute for Religion, Politics & Culture.

Independent filmmaker Yelena Popovic cast rap stars and Chicago actors in her new movie, which stars Omar Epps, Wiz Khalifa and Quavo.

(RNS) — Despite both having a history of persecution, the groups’ alliance has repeatedly been tested.

While gospel music can be traced back to the early 17th century, black gospel music really took shape in the late 18th century, when slaves began converting to Christianity and proclaiming their faith ...