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As traditional religious affiliation declines, many are turning to art as a new means of engaging with spiritual questions. This shift opens space for visual creativity to function as a theological language, potentially unveiling new dimensions of spiritual insight. Art, both in its creation and reception, may serve as a meaningful alternative or complement to
New Age music, often associated with relaxation and healing, has grown in popularity. Originally gaining traction in the 1970s, the genre features ambient tones, soft piano melodies, and delicate harp scales. Often dismissed as “spa music,” New Age has become more widely accepted, particularly among younger generations seeking mindfulness and wellness practices. The decline of
Actor Faces Backlash from Fellow Christians “Reacher” star Alan Ritchson has drawn criticism from some Christians who struggle to separate his on-screen roles from his faith. In a recent interview with GQ, Ritchson revealed that he often faces backlash for portraying characters involved in actions deemed inappropriate by religious conservatives. “People have this weird relationship
Historic Black Church Ends Longstanding Partnership Alfred Street Baptist Church, a historically Black megachurch in Virginia, has severed ties with the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The decision follows former President Donald Trump’s appointment as the center’s new chair, which has sparked concerns over leadership values and political direction. In a statement
This story was originally published by Religion Unplugged. (ANALYSIS) “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” has made headlines over the past month by opening and holding onto both box office and critical acclaim. Not only was it well reviewed by critics (including myself), but by audiences as well. The film also currently holds a 91% critics
Religious Roots Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, originally built as the Union Gospel Tabernacle in 1892, has transformed from a religious gathering place to one of America’s most iconic music venues. Founded by riverboat captain Tom Ryman after a life-changing revival led by evangelist Samuel Jones, the building was intended as a non-denominational space for religious services.
Ronan O’Connell of the South China Morning Post writes about ten of the most beautiful churches on the Asian continent. From India to South Korea, there are signs of thriving Christian communities with a long history and hundreds of millions of followers. It is a reminder of how widespread Christianity is in this world. While
Barbara Jatta, the first female head of the Vatican Museums, encourages visitors at the Vatican to explore beyond the Sistine Chapel and appreciate the often overlooked yet breathtaking attractions. Despite the tendency of many visitors to prioritize the Sistine Chapel, Jatta hopes to redirect their attention to the museum’s other remarkable treasures. Among them is
“Human beings have dreams. Even dogs have dreams, but not you, you are just a machine. An imitation of life. Can a robot write a symphony? Can a robot turn a… canvas into a beautiful masterpiece?” The actor Will Smith delivers this line as Detective Del Spooner in the 2004 film adaptation of Issac Asimov’s,
A hyper-realistic recreation that is based on data generated from the Shroud of Turin, is being displayed at the Gaudix Cathedral in Spain’s Granada. The Shroud of Turin is believed by many to be the burial shroud of Jesus. The re-creation of the shroud was first displayed in central Spain’s Salamanca Cathedral. It will be
A walk-in Christian tattoo campaign is organized by a Catholic group in Vienna which will offer Christian-themed tattoos for free. The campaign aims to alter the Church’s “prohibiting and rejecting” perspective of the body. The campaign, Quo vadis?, aims to motivate Christians to share their faith through the use of tattoos. The participants will be
Contesting the popular view that New York City is characterized by a high degree of secularism, the “City of Faith: Religion, Activism, and Urban Space” exhibition emphasizes that the essence of New York City cannot be comprehended without focusing on religion. Curated by Azra Dawood, the exhibition is taking place at the Museum of the
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