The Danger of Doing Theology by Cartography
This issue of A Public Witness flips to the maps section of the Bible to see who should really control the ‘biblical heartland.’
Defense Secretary Hegseth Tests Constitution in Pentagon Worship Services
Speaking at a recent worship service at the Pentagon, Hegseth said the US needs to be ‘in prayer, on bended knee, recognizing the providence of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.’
Chris Tomlin’s Worshipwashing of Charlie Kirk
Before the memorial service started, two hours of songs from the biggest worship artists today served to frame everything that followed as part of a church service — sending the message that Kirk’s politics were from God.
Southern Baptist Convention Breaks With the Evangelical Immigration Table
The split reflects the dilemma immigration poses for evangelical leaders. Most evangelicals want reform that both secures the border and provides a path to citizenship — and want limited deportation. But few leaders want to clash with the MAGA movement.
She Came to Her ICE Check-In Backed by an Episcopal Bishop and 500 Supporters
As immigrants increasingly fear detention at ICE check-ins, many faith groups have doubled down on accompaniment strategies to support them at those appointments.
Appeals Court: Trump Can Halt Refugee Admissions but Must Serve Those Already Here
The decision received a mixed reaction from the coalition of plaintiffs that includes three faith-based refugee resettlement agencies.
‘The Revival Generation’ Wants To Redefine the Gen Z Religious Narrative
‘May this be the first of many events like this at the Kennedy Center. May you use this place mightily to continue to glorify your name, Jesus,’ prayed Abigail Robertson, granddaughter of Pat Robertson, at the documentary premiere.
One Urban Crossroad, 3 New Districts: Kansas City Braces for Missouri Gerrymander
The Republican plan, urged on by Trump, would crack the city’s urban core into three districts — with all of them converging at Independence Boulevard Christian Church.
Department of War Quotes Bible on Social Media. Some Link It to Christian Nationalism.
'Those verses were not about the United States military,' said Brian Kaylor, a Baptist minister and author. 'They weren't really even about any imperial military force, and quite the opposite.'
Did the SBC Really Endorse the White House’s Prayer Initiative?
A new White House initiative encouraging people to pray for America claims to have the backing of the nation’s largest Protestant denomination. But a spokesperson for the Southern Baptist Convention’s Executive Committee told Word&Way that’s not accurate.