Photos of the Week: Historic church rebuilt, new seminary president
(RNS) — Each week RNS presents a gallery of photos of religious expression around the world. This week’s photo selection includes the rededication of a historic church in Virginia, a presidential inauguration at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and more.
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