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Rose French covers religion for the Star Tribune.

On the religion beat: Young Muslims learn ins, out of government

The first Muslim Youth Leadership Conference, organized by the Minnesota chapter of the Council of American-Islamic Relations, concludes Saturday with U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison and other speakers.

Updated: October 19, 2012, - 07:05 PM

Fastest growing group in religious circles? The 'Nones'

Nearly 20 percent of U.S. adults -- some 46 million -- claim no religious affiliation.

Updated: October 15, 2012, - 09:10 AM

On the religion beat: Interfaith event changes for times

The growth of Minnesota's Muslim population and the continuing misunderstandings of the Islamic faith have prompted metro-area religious leaders to make some significant changes to a decades-old tradition.

Updated: October 12, 2012, - 07:46 PM

Marriage amendment: The archbishop draws the line

Twin Cities Archbishop John Nienstedt's opposition to same-sex marriage is cheered as obedience, challenged as overbearing.

Updated: October 07, 2012, - 08:44 AM

Minnesota Catholics asked to pay for marriage vote TV ads

Bishops send letters asking for donations to pay for TV spots supporting the amendment.

Updated: September 25, 2012, - 09:55 AM

Religion beat: Animals blessed in honor of St. Francis

According to Catholic teaching and legend, St. Francis of Assisi preached to the birds and once even persuaded a wolf to stop terrorizing a small village.

Updated: September 21, 2012, - 07:07 PM

Twin Cities Muslim leaders condemn overseas violence

It was time for Muslims to gather at a north Minneapolis mosque, and Makram El-Amin had something more than weekly Friday prayers on his mind.

Updated: September 15, 2012, - 06:47 AM

Religion beat: Horn heralds Jewish New Year

During the Jewish holiday of Rosh Hashanah, the sounding of the ram's horn signifies a time of spiritual awakening and is meant to encourage repentance.

Updated: September 14, 2012, - 08:06 PM