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Minnesota’s faithful plan event to counter uptick in anti-Muslim rhetoric

By Andy Birkey | 09.17.10 | 1:35 pm

Some of Minnesota’s largest faith organizations are planning an event to counter a recent rise in anti-Muslim sentiment following controversy over a planned Muslim community center in New York City and threats of Koran-burnings by fundamentalist Christians. The event will…

Temple of Aaron to bless same-sex unions

By Andy Birkey | 08.25.09 | 2:58 pm

TOAlogo_blueTemple of Aaron in St. Paul is Minnesota’s first Conservative synagogue to bless same-sex unions following a unanimous decision by the board of directors in July. The first ceremony, between Alex…