Posts in Arts & Culture
‘The Ascension’ Transcends Politics And Grief To Worship

(REVIEW) Indie musician Sufjan Stevens released his newest album, “The Ascension,” on Sept. 25. He uses synth pop and tragic lyrics to express a sense of hopelessness with American society and politics. As he addresses God, however, his raw honesty creates an atmosphere of worship.

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Inside The $100 Million Russian Church Meant To Honor Putin, Stalin And War

(REVIEW) The church was planned to open May 9 on the 75th anniversary of Russia’s “Victory Day” celebrating the Nazi surrender and end of WWII but postponed during the coronavirus pandemic. The church’s architecture resembles military missiles, iron steps are forged from melted German weapons, and figures like Stalin, responsible for murders of thousands of faithful and clergy, were originally planned to feature inside the sanctuary alongside saints.

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Why Mister Rogers Is Worth Watching During Coronavirus Quarantines

(OPINION) As our lives are forced to slow down and spend more time with our children working from home and conducting school online this spring, it’s an opportunity to embrace our own children, strengthen our own families and deepen our faith. And perhaps Fred Rogers is a perfect guide in that process for adults and children.

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Art After Terror: Meet The Egyptian Church That Welcomes Muslims

In the midst of ongoing violence against Christians, poet and songwriter Nader Wanis founded a cultural center in St. Mark's Anglican cathedral to invite Muslims into the church to build peace through art and creativity. 

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