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Trump Signs Executive Order on Religious Freedom

May 4th, 2017

President Trump marked the National Day of Prayer by signing an executive order making it easier for churches to take an active role in politics. The order gives churches much wider leeway to engage in political speech and endorse specific candidates.

Political & Religious Controversy 128 Comments

Christian Student Expelled After Calling Gay Marriage “Sinful”

April 27th, 2017

Sheffield University has been recognized as one of the top 100 colleges in the world, but now the college is making headlines for all the wrong reasons.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 150 Comments

How Christians Around the World Respond to Persecution

April 26th, 2017

A group of Christian scholars decided to study how Christian communities around the world react to religious oppression, and their findings may surprise you.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 8 Comments

Alabama Megachurch Close to Creating Its Own Police Force

April 14th, 2017

In an unprecedented move, the Alabama state Senate has approved a bill that would allow a Birmingham megachurch to create its own police force, which can even carry guns.

Political & Religious Controversy 142 Comments

Lesbian Couple Takes Pulpit at Historic Baptist Church

April 13th, 2017

A Washington D.C. church has taken a big step by appointing its first lesbian couple to the congregation. Although many denominations are trending toward more tolerance, there has been no shortage of criticism.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 153 Comments

Christian Nurse Fired for "Aggressively" Pushing Religion on Patients

April 12th, 2017

The recent firing of a Christian nurse in England has made headlines and ignited debate surrounding the role of faith in healthcare. After 15 years on the job, Sarah Kuteh was dismissed from her position for aggressively pushing her Christian faith on patients while prepping them for surgery.

Political & Religious Controversy 94 Comments

Filipino Atheists Pulling from the Christian Missionary Playbook

March 27th, 2017

Atheist groups in the Philippines are stealing tactics used by Christian missionaries in the hopes of boosting an atheist movement that has struggled to gain a foothold in the majority-Catholic country. Will it work to fight fire with fire?

Political & Religious Controversy 2 Comments

"Our Favorite Prey": ISIS Killing Christians in Egypt

March 22nd, 2017

A disturbing trend of violence against Christians in Egypt has some people worried about a revival of widespread hostility along religious lines. Why are Christians being targeted?

Political & Religious Controversy 26 Comments

The Problem With a Popular Pope

March 6th, 2017

The Vatican has a problem: Pope Francis is too popular. While it’s always been common for the pope to be venerated on flags and medals, companies today want to use his name on products and buildings. Now the Vatican has had enough, and they're pushing back.

Political & Religious Controversy 35 Comments

Boy Scouts To Accept Transgender Kids

February 22nd, 2017

The Boy Scouts of America recently opened up membership to transgender boys. Some characterize the policy as sensible and compassionate, while others were less than thrilled by the move. What do you think?

Political & Religious Controversy 70 Comments

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