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The Trump administration with no advance notice removed warnings contained in guidance for the reopening of houses of worship that singing in choirs can spread the coronavirus.

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“You are a Compromised Coward”—Discussing How to Resume Gathered Worship

May 28, 2020

author: Christianity Today (Curated)

The uncertainty of this current crisis combined with our polarized culture has led us to this moment when pastors face one of the most contested decisions in the life of their church. One that will be weighed and measured for years to come regardless of

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How to Safely Reopen Your Church and Reduce Legal Liability

May 27, 2020

author: Church Law & Tax (Curated)

Services may look different until the COVID-19 threat lessens, but with cities reopening across the country, there are steps your church can take to make a smooth transition back into live, in-person services.

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3 Questions for Church Leaders to Ask Before Reopening

May 27, 2020

author: Barna (Curated)

Experts recently discussed three questions that church leaders need to be asking before making the decision to reopen their facilities: considering government restrictions, connecting without putting people at risk, and reflecting on their own leadership formation.

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Who Are We Reopening For?

May 27, 2020

author: Eater (Curated)

Reopening restaurant dining rooms still puts customers and employees at risk. So why is it happening?

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We Don’t Know What’s Behind the COVID-19 Racial Disparity. And That’s a Problem.

May 27, 2020

author: The Atlantic (Curated)

COVID-19 is killing black Americans with horrifying precision. Black Americans get the disease at a higher rate than white people do. When you account for age, black mortality is 3.57 times white mortality. Outrage is warranted. But outrage unaccompanied by analysis is a danger in

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Health Care Workers Who Attend Church Services Have Better Mental Health

May 22, 2020

author: USA Today (Curated)

New research released this month shows that weekly worship attendance can save the lives of the lifesavers, significantly lowering the risk of “deaths of despair.”

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The Religious Roots of Trump’s Magical Thinking on Coronavirus

May 22, 2020

author: CNN (Curated)

Since February, President Trump has said the virus will "go away" at least 15 times, most recently on May 15. While his response to the pandemic seems contrary to reality, his biographers say Trump learned how to craft his own version of reality in an

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Two Churches Reclose After Faith Leaders and Congregants Get Coronavirus

May 21, 2020

author: Washington Post (Curated)

Catoosa Baptist Tabernacle in Ringgold, Ga., less than 20 miles away from Chattanooga, Tenn., and Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Houston have indefinitely suspended services after members and leaders tested positive for the coronavirus shortly after reopening.

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‘Jane Roe,’ From Roe V. Wade, Made a Stunning Deathbed Confession. Now What?

May 20, 2020

author: Washington Post (Curated)

This week, a new documentary drops a boulder into the already complicated legacy of the woman better known as “Jane Roe” — the plaintiff in the landmark 1973 case that legalized abortion in America.

140. Derek Kubilus on Holy Hell

Derek Kubilus, a Methodist pastor in Ohio, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about his book Holy Hell: A Case against Eternal Damnation. He also discusses translation issues, Wesleyan teachings, and Star Wars. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning e-newsletter A Public Witness that helps you make sense of faith, culture, and politics.
139. Jim Wallis, Brian Kaylor, & Angela Denker on Christian Nationalism

Angela Denker, a journalist and Lutheran minister, moderates a discussion with Jim Wallis of the Georgetown Center on Faith and Justice and Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about Christian Nationalism and other issues of faith and politics. A written version of this conversation was previously published at A Public Witness. Denker, author of Red State Christians: A…
138. Brian Kaylor & Beau Underwood on Baptizing America

Beau Underwood talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about the forthcoming book they co-authored, Baptizing America: How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism. They also discuss changing U.S. demographics and how the book came together. Underwood previously appeared on episode 43. Save 33% on Baptizing America with the promo code "BApodcast" at chalicepress.com. Note: Don't…
137. Paul Raushenbush on Together We Rise

Paul Raushenbush, CEO and president of the Interfaith Alliance, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about his book Together We Rise - An Easter Story for All of Us. He also discusses Jesus's teachings, visualizing the story, and interfaith work. He previously appeared on episode 74. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning e-newsletter…

White House and CDC Remove Coronavirus Warnings About Choirs in Faith Guidance

“You are a Compromised Coward”—Discussing How to Resume Gathered Worship

How to Safely Reopen Your Church and Reduce Legal Liability

3 Questions for Church Leaders to Ask Before Reopening

Who Are We Reopening For?

We Don’t Know What’s Behind the COVID-19 Racial Disparity. And That’s a Problem.

Health Care Workers Who Attend Church Services Have Better Mental Health

The Religious Roots of Trump’s Magical Thinking on Coronavirus

Two Churches Reclose After Faith Leaders and Congregants Get Coronavirus

‘Jane Roe,’ From Roe V. Wade, Made a Stunning Deathbed Confession. Now What?

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