Pope Francis – Religion

Of Muslims, Octopuses, & Latin American Saints – Religion in the News: March 9, 2018

The canonization of Latin American Catholic hero Oscar Romero is a big deal and for those who study religions of Latin America (like we do!) it’s a significant moment to take note of. So too are stories about Hindu nationalism and the rewriting of history (especially for our Religions of Asia students) and Muslims saving octopuses in […]

Why more religions should prioritize the environment

By Kai Su, UF College of Journalism & Communications Student Our environment — just like a bedroom, a home, or any other space we inhabit — requires regular maintenance and attention. If ignored, it will fall out of order (as anyone who has neglected laundry and lost sight of their bedroom floor under piles of […]

Religion Reporters Thrive With The People’s Pope

By Tonia Borsellino In the past year, His Holiness Pope Francis traveled to the United States, Africa and Mexico. The media was right there behind him. They followed his every move, documenting it closely. One reporter quipped that he would even cover his nap times. From the food he eats to the attire he wears, […]

Invoking Francis: Bernie on the Border

By Sarah “Moxy” Moczygemba, written originally for/at Marginalia Religion and the religious language used by candidates and their supporters is a common topic of debate and analysis during most American election seasons. We’re still eight months away from the election, but so far the 2016 Presidential campaign season has featured a significant amount of rhetoric from Republican […]

Poco a Poco: Reflections on Cuba and my Pilgrimage to see Pope Francis

In September 2015 Vickie Machado took part in the Archdiocese of Miami’s Young Adult Papal Visit to Cuba. Below are some of her personal reflections on faith, the Pope, & pilgrimage that help us appreciate the intersections of religion & nature and religion in the Americas. Her views are her own, we share this as […]

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Of Muslims, Octopuses, & Latin American Saints – Religion in the News: March 9, 2018

Why more religions should prioritize the environment

Religion Reporters Thrive With The People’s Pope

Invoking Francis: Bernie on the Border

Poco a Poco: Reflections on Cuba and my Pilgrimage to see Pope Francis

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