(OPINION) The advent of my own motherhood brought with it a deepening appreciation of the incarnational elements of religious freedom. My family is a living testimony to the religious freedom this country affords, at its best. And yet, there is more to do.
Read More(OPINION) We’re approaching June, Gay Pride Month. It’s a good time to get ahead of a tough topic because while many young evangelicals are returning to older church traditions, that number includes some entering the Episcopal Church — a tradition that in 2015 amended its canons regulating marriage to permit same-sex marriage. This troubles many conservative Christians.
Read MoreThis week’s Weekend Plug-in highlights the latest Supreme Court case pitting religious freedom vs. gay rights, while running down the key religion news that emerged from Election Day.
Read More(OPINION) Traditional religious institutions are defending their policies on sexuality in two notable cases. One is the lawsuit that is the first of its kind, and the other will see the Supreme Court rule on whether federal prohibitions against sex discrimination can be applied to sexual orientation and gender identity.
Read MoreWhile the transgender community in the West has scored political victories and turned public opinion in favor of more rights, 4.8 million members of the transgender community in India still struggle to fight for their rights and against social stigma.
Read MoreIn his first statement related to gay rights, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said a definitive no to same-sex marriage, to the delight of the Catholic Church.
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