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Hundreds gathered at Middleton's Fireman's Park for "Jesus Lunch" – some to facilitate the event, some to participate in it, and some to protest it.
The church-sponsored race encouraged participants to dress as their favorite Bible characters.
Madison Catholic Bishop Robert Morlino, an outspoken critic of gay marriage, said Friday that marriage can only ever be between one man and one woman.
Citing scientific studies, Pope Francis says we are "reaching a breaking point" with regard to environmental degradation.
The effort has found stability and is attracting 30-50 people to its monthly services.
Some find the Rev. John Zuhlsdorf's idea brilliant, others mean-spirited.
Appeals to "broad public good" not likely to change many minds, pollster tells citizen lobbyists.
