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Are Christian Nationalist Communities the New Normal?

January 7th, 2026

A real estate developer’s plan to create Christian nationalist communities in Appalachia is attracting outspoken extremists and fierce resistance from locals who fear their towns are becoming extremist enclaves.

Political & Religious Controversy 1 Comment

The Most Famous Paintings of Jesus Christ

January 5th, 2026

President Trump auctioned off a painting of Jesus Christ on New Year's Eve for an eyebrow-raising $2.75 million. That got us thinking about what some of the most famous paintings of Jesus throughout history are.

Christian 35 Comments

Meet the "Orthobros" – Young Men are Flocking to Orthodox Churches

November 26th, 2025

Gen Z men are flocking to Orthodox churches in record numbers, driven by the appeal of tradition and the pull of online masculinity culture - but some warn of the darker ideas lurking at its edges.

Christian 45 Comments

Report: Exorcism Requests on the Rise in the U.S.

November 26th, 2025

A new report reveals that exorcism requests are rising across the United States, as more Americans turn to ancient rituals to confront modern fears and growing spiritual anxiety.

Christian 78 Comments

School Bans "KPop Demon Hunters" Songs Due to Christian Sensitivites

November 20th, 2025

A UK school barred little kids from singing KPop Demon Hunters songs due to demon-themed lyrics, citing the notion that Christians may be "deeply uncomfortable" with any references to the demonic.

Political & Religious Controversy 52 Comments

Does the Bible Need a Trigger Warning?

November 6th, 2025

A U.K. university is facing backlash after it warned students that Bible readings include “graphic violence and sexual content.” Critics call it absurd, accusing academia of going too far with trigger warnings.

Christian 197 Comments

What Is All Saints' Day?

October 27th, 2025

You've heard of Halloween on October 31st, but do you know about All Saints' Day the very next day? In contrast to the macabre Halloween, this Catholic holiday is a celebration of the saints who died for their faith.

Pagan & Wiccan 31 Comments

No God, No Job: Atheist Sues State Over Religious Oath Requirement

October 17th, 2025

A South Carolina atheist is suing after being barred from working the polls unless he swears an oath reading “so help me God.” Is the state violating his freedom of (or from) religion?

Political & Religious Controversy 116 Comments

Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?

October 16th, 2025

Can Christians celebrate Halloween? In one corner, some argue it's harmless family fun with a slightly spooky twist. But others say that the holiday is anti-Chrisitan and celebrating it puts your mortal soul in danger.

Christian 100 Comments

For First Time in Decades, Men Go to Church More Than Women

October 13th, 2025

A new survey reveals a surprising shift in who's in the pews every Sunday: for the first time in decades, more men than women are attending church. What’s behind this new gender gap in faith?

Christian 116 Comments

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