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December 13th, 2024
Devout Christian OnlyFans model Sophie Rain says her faith and career align, and she believes God led her to sex work to support her family. Critics question the morality, but she insists she's living God's plan.
Church Creates AI Jesus to Take Confession
December 9th, 2024
Would you trust an AI with your deepest sins? A church in Switzerland just debuted a new artificial intelligence version of Jesus, and he's taking confession from parishioners. Is the future of faith a dystopia?
Happily Never After: Inside the Shadowy War to End Gay Marriage
November 18th, 2024
Is same-sex marriage in danger? With an incoming Trump administration, many in the LGBTQ+ community are worried that marriage equality will be at risk. Here's how some Christian activists hope to overturn Obergefell.
The Secret Religious History of Halloween's Top Monsters
October 25th, 2024
Creatures like skeletons, witches, and zombies have become so closely tied to the Halloween holiday that we don’t think twice about them. But did you know many of these creepy figures have hidden religious connections?
Over Half of Christians Admit to Watching Porn, Study Shows
October 23rd, 2024
Is there any shame in watching porn if you’re a churchgoer? Decades of mainstream Christian teachings would lead one to assume the answer is yes, but according to a new study, times might be changing.
Why Are Gen Z Men More Religious Than Women?
October 4th, 2024
Among Gen Z, evidence shows that for the first time in history, men are more religious than women. Now, many experts are trying to figure out why – and what a majority-male future means for churches.
Religious Nonprofit Denied Gov. Funding Over "Christians-Only" Hiring Mandate
September 20th, 2024
Religious nonprofit Bethany Christian Services is suing the state of Michigan alleging religious discrimination after federal funding was denied over a "Christians-only" hiring policy.
Should the Bible Be Banned From Public Schools?
September 13th, 2024
The fight over what books belong in school libraries is in full swing, and one Alabama city councilor says that censorship advocates should be careful what they wish for, because the Bible could be the next book banned.
Faith-Filled Curriculum Fuels Backlash in Texas
September 9th, 2024
Texas is reviewing proposed language arts curriculum for K-5 kids which injects Christianity into public schools. With overwhelmingly negative comments online, will Texas keep the controversial curriculum?
WA Church: "Religious Discrimination" to Prevent Church From Caring for Homeless
September 6th, 2024
A Washington state church argues that forcing them to get a permit to host a homeless encampment is religious discrimination. Do Christian churches have a constitutional right to care for the homeless?
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