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Closure Denied: Mounting COVID-19 Deaths Expose Tragic Reality

July 16th, 2020

The unfortunate reality is that in the United States, COVID is back on the rise. And that means considering the worst case scenario. However, end-of-life planning doesn't have to be a morbid exercise.

Life and Death 8 Comments

Christian Rock Star Reveals He No Longer Believes in God

May 27th, 2020

The lead singer of a popular Christian rock group recently announced on Instagram that he's lost his faith, mirroring other prominent faith leaders who've left Christianity. Responses ranged from supportive to outraged.

Christian 66 Comments

Lesbian Couple Declares Legal Victory Over Christian B&B

March 18th, 2019

The Supreme Court dealt a blow to traditional faith groups Monday when it declined to hear oral arguments on a case involving a Christian-owned B&B. The Aloha Bed & Breakfast has been tied up in court since 2011 when a lesbian couple sued the business for refusing to rent them a room.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 192 Comments

Who Are the Black Israelites? Inside the Obscure Group That Fueled the Covington Catholic Controversy

January 22nd, 2019

Amid the media firestorm surrounding the standoff between students from a Catholic high school and a Native American man, the role that Black Israelite protesters played in starting the conflict was largely overlooked.

Political & Religious Controversy 36 Comments

Corporate Creed: The Companies You Never Knew Were Deeply Religious

October 27th, 2017

We’re all familiar with certain high-profile companies that espouse religious beliefs. Chick-fil-A famously expressed opposition to gay marriage on religious grounds, creating a storm of controversy.

Political & Religious Controversy 67 Comments

Citing "Religious Tradition", New Jersey Won't Ban Child Marriage

May 23rd, 2017

Earlier this month, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie vetoed a law that sought to ban child marriage across the state. If enacted, it would have made New Jersey the first state in the country to outlaw marriage for children under the age of 18. As of now, chi

Political & Religious Controversy 114 Comments

Porn Star Claims God Approves of Her Profession

May 8th, 2017

A popular Brazilian porn star has the country’s religious community in an outrage. Kamilla Werneck, one of Brazil’s hottest adult movie stars, went on live TV to declare that she is an Evangelical Christian and assert that God approves of her lifestyle. D

Political & Religious Controversy 194 Comments

What Happens When a Pastor’s Faith Changes?

September 29th, 2016

Earlier this month, the Toronto Star reported on the United Church of Canada's announcement that one of their most popular ministers, Gretta Vosper, is “unsuitable to continue serving” the church.

Political & Religious Controversy 318 Comments

If Big Families Freak You Out, You're Not Alone

May 17th, 2016

The size of the average American family has significantly shrunk in the last half century. Whereas large families were once the norm, now smaller families are more common - and many find large families strange.

Progressive Spirituality 48 Comments

Cherishing Every Moment: Joey Feek Says Goodbye

March 11th, 2016

Cancer is one of the worst things in this world. It can hit anyone of any age, and almost everyone knows at least one person affected by it, and it takes far too many lives each year.

Life and Death 27 Comments

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