(OPINION) Though the Episcopal Church prides itself on its progressive politics that align with President-elect Joe Biden’s, the numbers of weddings and baptisms are quickly decreasing along with a 2 percent decrease in population size, according to Office of the General Convention
Read More(ANALYSIS) On Dec. 21, our solar system’s two largest planets Jupiter and Saturn will appear together in a rare astronomical event called a conjunction, not seen since 1226. The extra bright light calls to mind the Bible story of when King Herod’s magi followed a star to find Jesus Christ as a child and worship him as God’s son.
Read MorePresident Donald Trump calls the first COVID-19 vaccine approved by the federal government a “medical miracle.” So why are many religious people so skeptical? That’s a key question in this week’s Weekend Plug-in.
Read More(OPINION) Something truly magical happens by the end when Charlie Brown asks what the true meaning of Christmas is. Instead of more commercialism, Linus sets his friend — and everyone else — straight and delivers a truly important message.
Read More(OPINION) The COVID-19 pandemic and political turmoil have left Black communities and faith-based groups struggling and in need of a large-scale response that can stabilize and strengthen their vital role in American society.
Read More(OPINION) India’s new contemporary TV drama, “A Suitable Boy,” tells the story of a Muslim man falling in love with a Hindu woman. This love story falls under the conspiracy of “love jihad” that assumes that Muslim men fall for non-Muslim women for the sole purpose of converting them.
Read More(OPINION) Biden considers himself to be a “devout” Catholic — sparking concern from conservative Catholics who don’t believe he should have the ability to take Holy Communion because of his openness about being pro-choice. These tensions may continue to rise as he begins to settle in at the White House in January.
Read More(OPINION) Princeton Professor, Jo Dunkley, claims that the universe is relatively empty. The evidence presented in the Christmas story describing the “heavens” which proves otherwise.
Read More(OPINION) As Biden prepares to step into office, he has his sights set on the Equality Act for LGBTQ+ individuals. How will this shift religious freedom rights for those opposed to same-sex marriage?
Read More(OPINION) With mixed commentary about both Georgia runoff candidates, who is a Jew to believe? Who will win the Jewish — and majority Georgia — vote?
Read MoreOngoing court battles pit religious groups vs. governmental regulations designed to slow the spread of COVID-19. Weekend Plug-in highlights the latest developments and runs down the week’s top reads in the world of faith.
Read MoreToday the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery presents from the U.N. the efforts to eradicate modern-day slavery—including labor trafficking and sex trafficking.
Read More(OPINION) That Pope Francis would put his name on a book — written by a British author — criticizing the United States, its media and politics without understanding the First Amendment is a major shortfall of the project. There is also more to this book that the mainstream secular press did not highlight — like the pope’s staunch opposition to abortion.
Read More(OPINION) Based on reports by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), Aid to the Church in Need, Open Doors and many more, Christians along with many other religious groups continue to be persecuted in the East. Red Wednesday, Nov. 25, attempts to raise awareness for this kind of persecution.
Read More(OPINION) How do preparation and penitence represent not only the wedding industry but also the values of Advent? The presentation of these values helps show us the importance of Advent and its placement before the celebration of Christmas—despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read More(OPINION) The Religion Guy discusses the gross injustices within the Chinese system of religious freedom—or a lack thereof. Whether that be towards Muslims or Christians, religion has been essentially outlawed in the Chinese system.
Read More(OPINION) The eroding sense of trust in the media is not just related to Trump—it’s related to implicit (and explicit) biases from journalists. The Times used to be the highest standard of journalism, now only 15 percent of Republicans believe their religious coverage next to 53 percent of Democrats.
Read More(OPINION) Keep an eye out for the pro-Trump medium, The Epoch Times. Known for being further right than Fox News, it denies Biden’s presidential win and is completely anti-Beijing.
Read More(OPINION) In the “culture wars” that define cancel culture, religious people face danger when speaking about their traditionally religious views on LGBT rights and abortion—putting their jobs and positions at risk.
Read MoreThis week’s Weekend Plug-in explores Thanksgiving in the age of COVID-19. As always, we also check out the week’s top headlines and best reads in the world of faith.
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