Thomas Merton, My Stroke, and the Light Within
You don’t always need classes run by Zen masters to discover quiet reflection. Reading the right books at the right times in my life has always provided essential solace and guidance.
Prophets Are Social Critics, Not Fortunetellers
For many preachers, it can be a challenge to preach each Sunday from the Common Lectionary rather than simply use their favorite passages of the Bible. I had to wonder what conservative preachers did with last Sunday’s reading from the Prophet Isaiah.
Is the Rise of the Nones Slowing? Scholars Say Maybe
For the past 25 years, the number of Americans claiming no religion has steadily ballooned as more and more people quit church, synagogue or mosque and openly acknowledged being a “none.” But that growth may be leveling off.
Refusing the King’s Food
Daniel knew the danger of refusing an order from the king. But Daniel knew he must do what's right, regardless of the social pressures or the political consequences.
Little League to College Champion
“I have learned it is not all about the game," says former SEMO Redhawk Zach Hall. "The game is a blessing itself. There is so much more I can do outside of football that can affect others and the community,”
Less Than 5% of Refugee Resettlement Needs Met in 2019
Only 63,696 of the 1.4 million refugees considered top priorities for resettlement received resettlement in 2019, according to a fact sheet published by the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) on Feb. 5.
Hardin-Simmons Trustees Vote to Close Logsdon Seminary
ABILENE, Texas — Hardin-Simmons University’s board of trustees voted to close Logsdon Seminary. President Eric Bruntmyer announced the board’s action in a letter released about 9 p.m. on Feb. 7. (UPDATED)
What’s on Pastors’ Minds? It’s Not Religious Liberty: New Study
(RNS) — What's on pastors' minds? It may not be what you think, according to a report released last week by Barna Group.
Good Faith Media Formed by EthicsDaily, Nurturing Faith
A new, expansive faith-based media company will emerge in June 2020, combining the resources of two independent, national non-profit organizations.
Sports Betting Bill Stumbles From Starting Gate in Kentucky
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — In a state where betting on the Kentucky Derby is seen as a rite of passage, efforts to legalize wagering on other sports have barely gotten out of the starting gate.