Why More Couples Are Getting Married by a Friend
Many couples are forgoing religious norms and traditional vows for wedding ceremonies they feel are more individualized, more intimate, and maybe even more fun.
The Rise of #Exvangelical
Many evangelicals, like the author, have grown disenchanted with their born-again faith. Recently, those who have left evangelicalism have begun organizing themselves online under the hashtag #exvangelical.
New Assaults on the Church-State Wall
One of the most fundamental tenets of American democracy, the separation of church and state, is facing new assaults on the public-school front in Missouri.
Missouri Proposal Would Require Church-State Plaintiffs to Reveal Name Publicly
Legislation submitted by a Missouri lawmaker could have a stifling effect on lawsuits claiming a violation of religious liberty.
Why ‘Shazam’ Might Be the Most Spiritually-Minded Superhero Movie Yet
"Shazam!" is indeed big-hearted, earnest and frequently hilarious. It’s full of the kind of childlike wonder that reminds you why we felt excited about superhero stories to begin with. More surprisingly, it may be the most spiritually-minded mainstream superhero movie yet.
Half of Pastors Worry Speaking Out on Social Issues Will Offend People
While 9 out of 10 Christian pastors say helping Christians have biblical beliefs about specific issues is a major part of their role as clergy, according to a report by Barna, half of them feel occasionally or frequently limited in their ability to speak out
What a Pastor Learned When He Engaged the Issue of Abortion on Facebook
A few days after New York State’s decision to revise its law governing abortions in order to align with federal law, a pastor wondered whether it would be productive to enter into an online conversation about such a highly charged topic. Here's what he learned.
Neosho Rep’s ‘Bible Literacy’ Bill Raises Questions of Constitutionality, Necessity
Critics of a Missouri House bill that would allow elective courses on the Bible raise sectarian concerns and whether the bill is needed.
Africa Is Set to Be the Global Center of Christianity for the Next 50 Years
There are already more Christians in Africa than any other continent—that’s not going to change soon. By 2060 six of the countries with the top ten largest Christian populations will be in Africa.
5 Biblical Pillars Tony Bennett Used to Build Virginia’s Final Four Team
When asked before the Final Four how his faith in Christ helps him prepare his team to play, University of Virginia Head Coach Tony Bennett explained how he used the Bible to build his team.