Caring Without Credit: A Posture of Humility
A few years ago, I attended a birthday celebration for a loved one with family and friends. One of the women at the party was known to have been battling a serious case of breast …
The Masculine Faith: Russian orthodoxy’s surging appeal in Texas
In Georgetown, Texas, Father Moses McPherson, a muscular, bearded priest of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia (ROCOR), is gaining online attention and converts through his outspoken embrace of traditional masculinity. His viral videos denounce …
Jimmy Swaggart dead at 90: Evangelist’s legacy marred by scandal
Rise to Fame Through Preaching and Music Jimmy Swaggart, the once-celebrated televangelist and Pentecostal preacher, has passed away at the age of 90. Known for his fiery sermons and gospel piano performances, Swaggart built a …
Thomas Cole: How Artists Communicate Part III
Imagine for a moment you are on a hike through the woods. The sun is barely up as you start your ascent. The air is cool and fresh as you follow a well-worn trail through …
John Crist jokes about love and algorithms on Fallon
Christian comedian John Crist made his late-night debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on June 16. The appearance marked a milestone for the 41-year-old comic, who paused his “Jokes for Humans” tour to …
Charleston church marks 10 years since massacre with powerful interfaith service
Survivors Reunite in Remembrance and Faith On June 17th, worshippers returned to Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston to mark ten years since nine Black members were murdered during Bible study by a white supremacist. …
U.S. Catholics keep the faith, but skip the rituals
A new Pew Research Center study reveals that 20% of Americans identify as Catholic, but most do not fully observe core religious practices. While about half of Catholics pray daily, only 28% attend Mass weekly, …
Pennsylvania lawmaker proposes “Day of the Bible” holiday
State Rep. Stephanie Borowicz plans to introduce a resolution creating a new Pennsylvania state holiday. The proposed “Day of the Bible,” set for Sept. 12, would commemorate the 1782 authorization of the Aitken Bible — …
Sheriff: More victims possible in Florida child sex abuse case
Accused of Repeated Abuse of Foster Children Daniel R. Lamppin, 40, pleaded not guilty in Osceola County court last week to nearly 30 charges of child sexual abuse. Charges include 24 counts of sexual battery …
USCIRF cites atrocity crimes in push for Nigeria’s CPC status
The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has again urged the State Department to designate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC). The June 18 appeal follows a deadly June 13 attack in …