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Should Churches Endorse Politicians?

February 2nd, 2017

President Trump told a gathering of religious leaders that his administration will “totally destroy” the Johnson Amendment – an IRS rule which prevents churches from endorsing specific candidates running for office. Some people think the rule change will have unintended consequences. Should churches be allowed to get involved with politics?

Political & Religious Controversy 42 Comments

Taking to the Streets: Protest in D.C.

January 27th, 2017

On January 21st, the day after the 45th president of the United States was sworn into office, an estimated 1 million people participated in the Women’s March in Washington D.C.

Political & Religious Controversy 99 Comments

Playing the Blame Game

November 16th, 2016

If you’ve ever had kids, you know the oldest argument in the book. “He started it.” “No, she started it.” Or maybe you left the stove on and burned dinner. You might try to find someone else to blame it on - this is called the blame game. The Cambr

Political & Religious Controversy 6 Comments

The Morality of a Pipeline

September 20th, 2016

The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe in North Dakota are standing firm in their opposition to the Dakota Access Pipeline, arguing that the pipeline will infringe upon and destroy land that the tribe holds sacred.

Political & Religious Controversy 81 Comments

The Modesty War: Bikinis vs. Burkinis

August 19th, 2016

The French are well known for their nude beaches, and their society has a very different attitude toward exposed skin than we do in the U.S. Recently, a specific item of beachwear has come under fire: the burkini.

Political & Religious Controversy 113 Comments

One Nation, Under God? - When Faith and Politics Collide

August 1st, 2016

When voters go to the polls, they tend to look for a politician who “shares their values”. In America, these values are often centered around religious beliefs.

Political & Religious Controversy 81 Comments

Chick-Fil-A and How Politics Mix With Business

April 19th, 2016

It can be advantageous to associate your business with a political stance. It's a great way to distinguish your brand. Loudly voicing an opinion is also quintessentially American. However, you should tread carefully.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 30 Comments

Why the Universal Life Church Must Speak Up

January 5th, 2016

We love a lot of things about operating the Universal Life Church on your behalf, but our favorite part is running the blog and sermon sections of our website.

ULC Minister Training & Education 69 Comments

Trump Card

July 31st, 2015

The field of candidates vying for the Republican Party’s nomination for President is rather crowded. It boasts plenty of political experience, yet one man stands head and shoulders above the rest: TV’s Donald Trump.

Political & Religious Controversy 149 Comments

High-pocrisy

June 3rd, 2015

Should pot smokers go to jail? Many politicians on both sides of the aisle sure think so, despite having a hazy past with pot themselves. Presidential candidate Jeb Bush is one such person.

Political & Religious Controversy 79 Comments

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