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In a First, Drag Queen Tops Christian iTunes Charts

August 3rd, 2023

For the first time in history, a drag queen has the number one song and album on iTunes Christian music charts after Sean Feucht told Flamy Grant no one cares about her music... which she took as a challenge. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights | 44 Comments »

Horrible Tragedy or Ritual Sacrifice? Some See Satan's Hand in Astroworld Disaster

November 11th, 2021

What exactly went wrong at rapper Travis Scott's Astroworld Festival - in which eight people died - is still being uncovered. And while many point to organizer negligence, some say the tragedy was caused by Satan. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Pagan & Wiccan | 42 Comments »

Lil Nas X Releases "Satan Shoes," Sets the Internet on Fire

March 30th, 2021

Rapper Lil Nas X just released 'Satan shoes', which sold out in minutes. The limited edition sneakers (only 666 made!) are black and red and feature an upside-down pentagram. Naturally, not everyone's thrilled. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 84 Comments »

Does America Need a National Hymn to Heal Racial Divisions? One Politician Thinks So

January 27th, 2021

In the wake of the assault on the U.S. Capitol, one politician is proposing America legally adopt a 'National Hymn' to help the nation heal. Secular activists say that flies in the face of separation of church and state. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 37 Comments »

Evangelicals Want to Shut Down Famous Metal Music Radio Station

November 5th, 2020

One of the most famous metal radio stations in America is under fire from a Catholic group, who are seeking its immediate shutdown. The problem? The station, WSOU, is owned by Seton Hall, a Catholic university. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Pagan & Wiccan | 75 Comments »

Faith Leader Cries Foul as Seattle Shuts Down Christian Rally

September 9th, 2020

A Christian singer planned to hold a Labor Day rally in Seattle, but before the event began the city unexpectedly closed the park. Now he's claiming "godless" Seattle officials are discriminating against Christians. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Christian, Life and Death | 43 Comments »

Going Maskless for Jesus: Christian Singer Takes Tour of U.S.

August 13th, 2020

Christian singer and worship leader Sean Feucht is probably the only touring musician in America right now, holding a series of concerts in defiance of stay-at-home orders. Naturally, masks are a rare sight at the shows. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Christian, Life and Death | 87 Comments »

"Dark Cloud" Over Christian Music Industry as LGBT Artists Call Foul

August 10th, 2020

Christian musician Trey Pearson said recently that there's a "dark cloud" over the entire Christian music industry with regards to LGBT performers. He faced personal and career repurcussions after his own coming out. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights | 87 Comments »

Kanye West Upsets Christians With Religious 'Sunday Service' Performances, Expensive Merchandise

October 3rd, 2019

Rapper Kanye West claims he's been born-again. Now he's hosting 'Sunday Service', weekly gospel concerts attended by the rich and famous. Some doubt West's religious sincerity, given the associated merchandise. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy, Christian | 32 Comments »

Musical Comedy Features ULC Wedding Vow Renewals

December 23rd, 2011

Most of us are familiar with the many unconventional ways ULC ministers have re-interpreted the traditional wedding ceremony, and this involves some form of performance art, stand-up comedy routines, and rock concerts. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Weddings | Leave a Comment »

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