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Introduction
In Religion 210, the department's Research Methods class, the required papers divide religious study into four areas that are addressed by other areas of the Religion research guide:
The databases and web sites below specifically are specifically targeted to help you research current issues.
Databases
- US Newsstream This link opens in a new window
Prominent U.S. papers like the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal. It's also a good place to look for Star Tribune articles, with archives from 1986. Use the advanced search tab to limit to particular titles or dates.
Denominational Web Sites
These Web sites will help you with many Religion 210 topics.
- ELCALook under "Faith and Society" for statements about social issues.
- U.S. Council of Catholic BishopsCheck the "Issues and Action" menu for links to information on social-justice issues.
- United MethodistTake a look at the FAQs under "What we Believe" to find stances on social issues.
- Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and ReligionA selective, annotated guide (funded by the Lilly Endowment) to a wide variety of electronic resources of interest to those involved in the study and practice of religion.