Religion Archives - Universal Life Church Monastery Blog
August 28th, 2025
A new study found that while Christianity remains the globe’s biggest religion, if current trends hold, it won’t be for long. Data shows that while Christianity is growing, another faith is growing even faster: Islam.
How Do You Get Into Heaven In Different Religions?
August 20th, 2025
How does one get to heaven? It’s a question humanity has wrestled with for millennia. The answer depends on which belief system you follow. Here's how to find the afterlife in different religions around the world.
What Do the Abrahamic Faiths Say About Immigrants?
June 13th, 2025
As LA erupts in protest over ICE raids on immigrant communities, many are looking to their holy books for guidance. What do Judaism, Christianity, and Islam really say about immigrants and strangers?
The Secret Religious History of April Fools' Day
March 27th, 2025
Do you know the secret religious history of April Fools' Day? Our dedicated prank day has a history dating back centuries, and involves a narcissistic pope, a feast of ass, and a holy circumcision.
Is Voodoo Coming to a Town Near You?
October 24th, 2024
What is Voodoo? The Haitian faith is losing stigma but still widely misunderstood in the United States, owing to pop culture misconceptions like zombies and Voodoo dolls.
Do All Dogs Go to Heaven? The Answer Might Surprise You
October 7th, 2024
Do all pets get to go to heaven? There’s actually substantial disagreement on this question. It may also depend on the religion of the person you ask – here's what different religions have to say on the subject.
The Secret Religious History of the Olympics
July 25th, 2024
The 2024 Olympics are upon us! But how much do you know about them, really? Most people know the games originated in Ancient Greece, but do you know about the role that religion played (and still plays) to this day?
What Happened to Each Faith's Major Prophet?
May 10th, 2024
How did the main prophet from each major global religion pass away? Some were murdered, some passed of illness, some of natural causes - and some even died and were resurrected. Here's how major prophets met their end.
What the World's Major Faiths Say About Transgender People
April 26th, 2024
Gender transition and gender identity are some of the biggest issues being discussed today. Are the world's major faiths accepting of transgender people, or are they hostile to the idea of gender transition?
Swapping Religions: Famous People Who Converted to a New Faith
March 15th, 2024
Conversions, born-agains, and secular pivots; Numerous faith leaders, politicians, and celebrities have lost and found faith over the years. Here are some of the most famous religious conversions in recent years.
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