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Rose French covers religion for the Star Tribune.

Minneapolis-area Lutherans oppose marriage amendment

Minneapolis-area Lutherans on Friday went on record against changing the state Constitution to define marriage as between one man and one woman.

Updated: February 18, 2012, - 12:15 AM

On the religion beat: The Celtic sounds of Pilgrim Lutheran

With its Scandinavian and German roots, the Lutheran tradition doesn't typically call to mind ancient Celtic Christian traditions.

Updated: February 17, 2012, - 07:55 PM

Minneapolis-area Lutherans weigh marriage amendment

Members of the Minneapolis-based synod will be urged to reject the proposed amendment at today's assembly.

Updated: February 16, 2012, - 09:55 PM

Mixed reaction from local faith leaders

Obama ruling seen as encouraging sign to some, but not enough to others.

Updated: February 10, 2012, - 08:47 PM

Minneapolis Lutherans poised to elect new bishop

18 candidates represent most diverse pool ever in Minnesota.

Updated: February 08, 2012, - 09:38 PM

Rabbis oppose Minnesota marriage amendment

With its signed statement, the Minnesota Rabbinical Association adds to the spirited debate in advance of the November vote.

Updated: February 07, 2012, - 05:22 AM

On the religion beat: Vietnam honors local priest for war protests

To protest the Vietnam War, the Rev. Harry Bury chained himself to the gates of the U.S. Embassy in Saigon.

Updated: February 03, 2012, - 11:14 PM

Birth control benefit rule riles Minnesota's Catholic bishops

Minnesota bishops ask parishioners to demand changes in new federal health care mandate.

Updated: February 01, 2012, - 10:19 PM

On the religion beat: For 'Lady Pastor,' fashion matters

Forget white collars, the black and gray sweaters, pants and blazers. The Rev. Emily Carson is into color and the latest clothing trends -- not your typical clergy garb.

Updated: January 27, 2012, - 06:23 PM

Edina pastor leads Presbyterian splinter group

Presbyterians not happy with the denomination's move last year to allow for openly gay and lesbian clergy to serve in the church have formed a new religious body, led by an Edina pastor.

Updated: January 24, 2012, - 10:16 PM