10 Questions for the Dalai Lama

10 questions for the Dalai Lama.

Thousands of Priests Rally in Defense of Pope

"Thousands of priests from around the world have massed in Rome in one of the largest such gatherings ever in a major show of support for Pope Benedict XVI amid the clerical abuse scandal."

Christian Colleges Flourish in Distance Learning Environment

"The question facing universities looking to compete in the booming market for online higher education is not so much how to do it, but how to distinguish themselves from the rest. In this, Christian universities appear to have a built-in advantage. And many are seizing the opportunity to expand their footprint."

Pope Begs Forgiveness, Promises Action on Abuse

"Pope Benedict XVI begged forgiveness Friday from clerical abuse victims for the sins of priests and promised to 'do everything possible' to ensure prelates don't rape or molest children ever again."

Evangelical Rally Draws at Least 1 Million People in Sao Paulo

"At least 1 million evangelical Christians rallied in Sao Paulo on Thursday for the annual 'March for Jesus,' an event that unites the faithful from hundreds of Protestant churches in the world's largest Roman Catholic country."

Anglican Leader Urges Penalty for Ordaining Gays

The spiritual leader of the world's Anglicans wants to sideline provinces that violate moratoria on ordaining partnered gays and on other contentious activity in the splintering fellowship. The proposal is expected to cost Episcopalians their formal role in shaping Anglican doctrine and in conducting dialogue with other faiths.

Philosopher Alvin Plantinga retires from Notre Dame

"It is not surprising, then, that well over 200 philosophers assembled at Notre Dame May 20-22 for a conference celebrating the career of Alvin Plantinga and marking his retirement. The list of registrants was a virtual "who's who" in Christian philosophy today; just about everyone of importance turned up to pay tribute to Plantinga."