This dramatic shift among voters is showing up in polls for the first time in a presidential election year.
Religion and Values
A changing religious landscape: Where the spirit moves Maine
In one of the least religious states in the nation, membership in nondenominational Christian churches has risen dramatically, especially among those who’ve lost faith in older institutions.
Pope warns bishops that Vatican can invalidate religious orders
Previously there were no consequences if bishops failed to consult with the Vatican.
Trailblazing woman on path to train priests
A convert to Catholicism will be the first woman at her university to earn a doctorate in theology.
Street pastors practice caring, not conversion, on streets of Portland
A new group tours the heart of the city on a Friday night, spreading love and assistance – and leaving some people puzzled.
Fast-growing Portland church finds a big-box answer to its space crunch
Two vacant stores in South Portland will house the Eastpoint Christian Church, an indoor soccer field, a basketball court and other amenities.
Pope approves miracle to make Mother Teresa a saint
The Vatican attributes the cure of a dying man to the nun’s fervent prayers.
Pope brings peace message to Central African Republic
Many are hoping the pope’s message of peace and reconciliation can encourage longer-term stability in the nation of 4.8 million.
Pope calls Africa ‘continent of hope’
Pope Francis, in Uganda to honor the memory of Christians killed in the 1800s, visits a slum and speaks out on the right to safe water and housing.
Pope Francis brings climate warning to heart of Africa
He says letting special interests block a global climate agreement would be ‘catastrophic.’