Patrick Stewart says his time on 'Star Trek' felt like a ministry
Legendary actor Patrick Stewart talks about his time on Star Trek and the supernatural experiences that have shaped his spirituality.
Religion
Remembering Bishop Carlton Pearson, who believed in 'universal salvation'
Bishop Carlton Pearson, who died last week, challenged Christian doctrine by declaring that hell did not exist. NPR's Sarah McCammon speaks with the bishop's agent and friend, Will Bogle.
A longer Advent helps some Christians prepare for more than Christmas
Some churches are extending Advent, the season that leads up to Christmas. (This story first aired on Morning Edition on November 20, 2023.)
This 'wind phone' helps grievers feel connected to the loved ones they've lost
A Connecticut church has found a creative approach to help grieving people talk about their loss. It's called a "wind phone" and it's a place to say what you want to say to the people you've lost.
A longer Advent helps some Christians prepare for more than Christmas
Some churches are arching their backs against earlier and earlier celebrations of Christmas by extending Advent, the season that leads up to Christmas.
Pope Francis: Climate activist?
Pope Francis will attend next month's COP28, making him the first pontiff to attend the annual UN climate conference. It's part of his wider effort to make climate action central to his papacy.
As Democrats stay divided on Israel, Jewish voters face politically uncertain future
A strong majority of Jewish Americans are Democrats, but the Israel-Hamas war is highlighting fault lines in the Democratic Party over U.S. policy toward Israel.
How do you make peace with your shortcomings? This man has an answer
Comedian Duncan Trussell speaks on the value of transcendent experiences and how he thinks about life after death.
In Michigan, where every vote counts, Arab Americans are turning away from Biden
The community turned out overwhelmingly for Joe Biden, helping him win the swing state. But many now feel betrayed by the president's response to the Israel-Hamas war and it could cost him in 2024.
Suspect arrested in death of Jewish protester in Southern California
The Ventura County Sheriff's Office has arrested a 50-year-old man on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter.