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Justin Bieber and the Rise of the Megachurch

July 31st, 2017

Pop icon Justin Bieber disappointed many fans when he canceled the remainder of his world tour recently. His reasons for doing so remain unclear, but rumors are swirling that Bieber has had a “spiritual awakening” of sorts and that he’s “rededicated hi Continue Reading »

Posted in: Progressive Spirituality, Christian | 23 Comments »

Should Feeding the Homeless Be a Crime?

July 13th, 2017

In the latest attempt at brushing homelessness under the rug, some cities are trying to criminalize feeding the homeless, arguing that giving them food only feeds the problem. Should it be illegal to feed the homeless? Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy, Christian | 141 Comments »

Mom Kicked Out of Church for Breastfeeding

April 28th, 2017

Annie Peguero attempted to soothe her baby daughter during a church service by doing what she always does when her child cries – breastfeed her. Peguero was stunned when church officials asked her to leave the sanctuary because male worshipers "might be uncomfortable." Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 245 Comments »

The International Church of Cannabis Opens Its Doors

April 20th, 2017

The International Church of Cannabis preaches the benefits of cannabis use, but some critics aren't buying it. They refuse to recognize cannabis worship as a real religion, and insist the church is no more than a scheme to justify getting high all the time. What do you think? Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy, Progressive Spirituality | 69 Comments »

Sanctuary Churches Shelter Illegal Immigrants

January 6th, 2017

There are 11 million immigrants residing in the U.S. illegally. With the future of immigration policy uncertain, churches are taking things into their own hands by offering sanctuary to those at risk of deportation. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Political & Religious Controversy | 84 Comments »

The Case For Transgender Tolerance

December 2nd, 2016

Back on November 20, churches all around the United States held services to mark Transgender Day of Remembrance, a national event honoring transgender victims of violence worldwide – of which there are many. At a gathering in New Hampshire, 107 names we were Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Political & Religious Controversy | 266 Comments »

“Holy Hush”: Domestic Violence Goes Unspoken in the Church

October 20th, 2016

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and organizations around the country are holding events to highlight the issue. Those showing support include many churches and religious groups. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Political & Religious Controversy | 61 Comments »

Sunday Service vs. Sunday Football - Pray or Play?

February 29th, 2016

There is a real argument to be made that football is better at bringing people together than church is, but should it be? Not everyone thinks the pigskin should supercede God. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Progressive Spirituality | 13 Comments »

Many Benefits of Attending Church

November 25th, 2015

Attending church is often central to the spiritual lives of the religious. However, many people who consider themselves religious do not spend nearly as much time in church as they used to in years past. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Christian | 9 Comments »

The World’s Most Beautiful Sacred Architecture

May 19th, 2014

For millennia humans have been building grand structures to symbolize our deepest religious convictions. Some of these structures are mere relics eroded away by time. Continue Reading »

Posted in: ULC Minister Training & Education | 2 Comments »

The Universal Life Church Ministries proudly welcomes all who feel called to get ordained, regardless of creed. We enable all faiths; Christian, Jewish, Mormon, Muslim, Pagan, Wiccan, Atheist – and more – to join our growing non-denominational congregation. Underlying everything we do is a simple core belief: that we are all children of the same universe.