Canceling a Saint
This issue of A Public Witness considers the act of removing a saint and what it might teach us about other religious symbols that have also been co-opted.
House Passes Anti-Terror Financing Bill That May Punish Nonprofits
Many faith-based organizations fear that if the bill becomes law it might target organizations that support Palestinian rights.
Got an Empty Church Lawn? Why Not Turn It Into a Dog Park?
For some churches, starting a dog park turns underused church property into a place for community.
Texas Board Advances Plan To Allow Bible Material in Elementary School Lessons
A new Bible-infused curriculum would be optional for kindergarten through fifth grade, one of the latest Republican-led efforts to incorporate religious teachings into public school classrooms.
Tony Campolo, Sociologist and Famed Red Letter Christian, Has Died
Known as a powerful evangelist and social justice preacher, Campolo had long advocated that Christian faith can transform the world — and people’s everyday lives.
Review & Giveaway: How to End Christian Nationalism
The Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty’s Amanda Tyler has reshaped the intersection of religion, politics, and law in recent years. And now she has a vital new book.
Review: Imitating Christ
In "Imitating Christ: The Disputed Character of Christian Discipleship," New Testament scholar Luke Timothy Johnson reorients Christian living toward pursuing sainthood.
West Bank Christian Woman Leads Resistance to Settlers’ Seizure of Family’s Land
Alice Kisiya leads an interfaith effort to defend her family’s land against encroachment by Jewish settlers in the West Bank.
Pope Francis Calls for Investigation To Determine if Israel’s Attacks in Gaza Constitute ‘Genocide’
In September, he said Israel's attacks in Gaza and Lebanon have been immoral and disproportionate and that its military has gone beyond the rules of war.
Oklahoma Schools Superintendent Mandates Students Watch Announcement of New Religious Department
In the video, Ryan Walters says religious liberty has been attacked and patriotism mocked ‘by woke teachers unions’ then he prays for U.S. leaders.