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Dixon, 2nd female bishop in Episcopal Church, dies

Jane Holmes Dixon, who became a priest in her late 40s and later became the second female bishop in the Episcopal Church, has died at her home in Washington. She was 75.

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Walter Sullivan, former Richmond bishop, dies

Former Bishop Walter F. Sullivan, best known as one of the more progressive leaders in the Catholic church. has died. He was the longest-serving head of the Richmond Roman Catholic diocese.

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Baptist leader wants more diversity in convention

The first black president of the Southern Baptist Convention told reporters his selection as president shows a commitment to increasing diversity, but he said there's more to be done.

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