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Edward Stourton with the religious and ethical news of the week. Moral arguments and perspectives on stories familiar and unfamiliar. As the first anniversary of Japan's devastating tsunami approaches, reporter Gerry Northam tells us how the Shinto faith of the bereaved and homeless has been tested.. and on how they are stoic in the face of such terrible circumstances. Continuing a series reflecting on the daily routines of people with prominent or unusual roles in the religious life of the nation, this week features Rachel, a Catholic hermit from Lincolnshire. We examine the issue of witchcraft following the case of Eric Bikubi...how is witchcraft a legitimate part of a belief system..and what can be done by churches and other agencies in the future to prevent such tragedies? Matt Wells reports from Ohio on the race for the Republican presidential nomination and examines the religious issues being debated ahead of " super Tuesday" We talk to the director of a controversial dance performance which examines Islamic extremism and David Willey reports from Rome on the opening of the Vatican archives to the public.. and describes some of the treasures to be found within. Series Producer: Amanda Hancox.
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