styleguide

Scripture(s) / scripture(s)

April 18, 2023

Capitalize when referring to writings in the Bible. The movie contained many Scripture references. We will turn to the Scriptures for guidance. Lowercase when referring to sacred writings of a religious group: the Hindu […]

same-sex marriage

April 18, 2023

See gender and sexuality references

saint

April 18, 2023

In a title or as a proper noun, the abbreviation “St.” is preferred.  For parishes named after a saint, the saint’s name takes an apostrophe: St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, St. James’ […]

sacraments

April 18, 2023

Capitalize the proper names used for a sacramental rite that commemorates the life of Jesus Christ or signifies a belief in his presence: the Lord’s Supper, Holy Communion, Holy Eucharist. Use […]

Rule of Life

April 18, 2023

Capitalize.

reverend

April 18, 2023

Use “the Rev.” before a name on first reference for a priest or minister. On second reference, use last name. Capitalize “the” only if used at the start of a […]

rector

April 18, 2023

 Lowercase.

religious titles

April 18, 2023

See titles: clergy and religious

religious references

April 18, 2023

See capitalization: guidance for religious references  

re-

April 18, 2023

Do not hyphenate double-e combinations with re-, such as reengage, reestablish, reemerge, reenact.

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