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Married Priests
Rebels, mavericks, pretenders. That's what a group of married Catholic priests is being called by Church conservatives. Columbia Radio News' Ayesha Akram has more on this controversy.
Hindu Lawsuit
Most Hindu temples are decked in flowers. But, as Columbia Radio News' Katie Yu reports, one temple in Flushing is wrapped in a legal battle.
Baptist Children
A house of worship in Queens is getting kids excited about church by letting them run their own service. Columbia Radio News' Rachel Arnheiter reports.
Orthodox Cassette
A new music shop in the heart of Williamsburg's Hasidic
community is at the center of a controversy over just what Judaism means. The ultra-orthodox Satmar Jews say music corrupts their values, and the shop has to go. Kristen Gillespie reports.
Islam Survey
A recent survey revealed almost one third of Americans respond negatively when asked about Muslims. The Council on American-Islamic Relations says misconceptions are due to a lack of education. As Columbia Radio News' Ted Latiak reports, the Islamic community hopes to educate Americans about Islam through interaction and a toll free hotline.
Jewish Children's Museum
Pigs and hippopotamuses are not welcome. At the opening of a Jewish children's museum in Crown Heights, all the exhibits are kosher. Sara Hassan reports on the world's first such museum.
Islam Conversion
Slogans. Insults. Discrimination. These are the tests new Muslims face on the streets of New York every day. As Emily Mahlam reports, in spite of these threats, Islam continues to grow in America.
Born Again
While many New York churches have dwindling numbers, one church in Inwood is attracting new members. Their secret - frank talk and sports. Esha Bhandari has the story.
Multi Lingual Church in Flushing
The First Baptist Church in Flushing has been in operation for more than 150 years. The key reason for its longevity? The church does not rely on one minority group for the majority of its congregation. Reporter Jennifer Lee finds out how the church has weathered changes and remained a thriving congregation.
Multi Lingual Church in Jackson Heights
Pablo Silva reports on a church in Jackson Heights of many languages and big monthly bills.
Armenian Church in Washington Heights
When the Holy Cross Church of Armenia opened 75 years ago, Washington Heights was a hub for Armenians. But with most of the congregation reaching retirement, the church's future looks bleak. Armen Terjimanian reports.
Protestants as the Vanishing Majority
Protestants have been the religious majority in America for more than 200 years. But the population is declining nationwide. Eileen Wu explores how one Manhattan church is defying the trend.
Independent Black Catholic Church
An independent black church in Crown Heights is offering African American parishioners something they say they are missing in the Catholic Church - recognition. Derek Wang reports.
Fuit of the Womb Service
Last weekend, a Brooklyn Pentecostal Church had its annual fruit of the womb service and offered blessings of fertility. Michael Rice files this story.
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