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John McCain: From an Episcopal to a Baptist Church

Republican presidential candidate John McCain explains why he now attends a Baptist church after years of identifying as an Episcopalian. He says he won’t undergo a full immersion baptism so long as he’s a presidential candidate.

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Jimmy Carter Renounces Southern Baptist Convention

Ex-president says the policies of the nation's largest Protestant group 'violate the basic premises of my Christian faith'

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Female Pastors Help Unite Fellowship of Upstarts

For some, the Southern Baptist Convention has become the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship

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Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders 2007

Whether inspiring their congregations to stand up against social injustice or urging a focus on God-centered family values, African-American religious leaders are a crucial component of a rich and diverse spiritual landscape. In honor of Black History Month, Beliefnet has compiled a list of some of the nation’s most influential African-American spiritual leaders. While by no means comprehensive, the list includes some of today’s most prominent--and controversial--spiritual figures, some up-and-coming figures of note, and several individuals whose lifelong efforts have earned them a place in history.

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