Abortion, Marijuana, Gambling Win, Lose in States
NASHVILLE (BP) -- Abortion rights, marijuana use and legalized gambling drew mixed results on state ballots across the U.S. Nov. 6.
Excessive Air Pollution Impacts Over 90% of World’s Children
Most of the world’s children (93 percent) live in areas where air pollution levels exceed air quality guidelines, according to a recent World Health Organization report.
Trump’s Presidency, ‘Christian Supremacism’ Criticized at Parliament of World Religions
TORONTO (RNS) — Donald Trump isn’t at the Parliament of World Religions in Toronto, but his influence is widely felt here.
Speakers from around the world
Killing Our Better Angels
As the midterm campaigns end, I suspect that no matter who wins, many people will sigh with relief. The breaks in our television shows — for those who still watch live TV — will return to just airing cheesy local car commercials. But I worry
Remembering Billy Graham
One hundred years ago this month, on November 7, 1918, William Franklin Graham Jr. was born in a farmhouse near Charlotte, N.C. Although he was
Cautionary Tales About Church-State Romance
For 21 years, I’ve pastored a church within three blocks of our state Capitol. I’ve seen Republicans and Democrats come and go. I’ve prayed with and argued with governors and legislators from both parties. Have I handled every situation correctly? Not a chance.
Chitwood Announced as Candidate for International Mission Board’s Presidency
RICHMOND, Virginia—The International Mission Board trustees’ Presidential Search Committee announced Tuesday, Nov. 6, that the committee will recommend Dr. Paul Chitwood, 48, to be elected as
A TV God for the Age of Anxiety
(RNS) — Even in our present “golden age” of television, with the number of scripted programs on network, cable and streaming channels expected to top 500 this year,
This Week’s Parliament of Religions Is More Than a Big ‘Pat on the Back’ for Faith
TORONTO (RNS) — With its theme of "The Promise of Inclusion, the Power of Love," and its focus on global understanding, the seventh Parliament of the World's Religions
Boaz’s Kindness (11-11-18 Formations)
This story is about much more than God playing the role of matchmaker. We witness the powerful image of God shaping a man's heart to reflect