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Does Donald Trump Think He's Jesus Christ?

April 14th, 2026

President Trump is facing fallout from prominent Christian conservatives after posting an image on social media depicting him as Jesus Christ - an image which he says he thought depicted him as a doctor.

Political & Religious Controversy 345 Comments

The Vatican's New Social Media Strategy? Hot Priests

August 4th, 2025

The Vatican is rolling out a new digital strategy, relying on "hot priests" on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok to engage young people and bring the youth back to the Catholic Church. Will it work?

Progressive Spirituality 43 Comments

Meet the TikTok Nuns Fighting Hollywood Stereotypes

January 4th, 2024

A group of tech savvy nuns are demystifying the Sisterhood one view at a time. The #MediaNuns, also known as The Daughters of St. Paul, are breaking nun stereotypes on TikTok with videos that have millions of views.

Science & Technology 31 Comments

Christian Farmer Faces Backlash Over Anti-Pride Post

June 16th, 2023

A Louisiana farmer is facing Bud Light-style backlash, only in reverse. He made a social media post from his business account criticizing LGBTQ Pride, and as a consequence lost some two-thirds of his business.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 259 Comments

One Woman's Story of Surviving a Christian "Cult"

June 6th, 2022

A 28-year-old woman is going viral on TikTok after detailing her experience coming of age a member of the Institute in Basic Life Principles, a hardcore fundamentalist Christian sect that she says is a cult.

Political & Religious Controversy 43 Comments

God Hates Dinosaurs? Christian Group Wants Dinosaur Statue Removed

September 8th, 2020

Did scientists make up dinosaurs to make Christians look bad? That's what the group Christians Against Dinosaurs believes, and they're targeting a T-Rex statue outside a Tucson McDonald's, demanding it be torn down.

Science & Technology 84 Comments

#FakeChristian Trends on Twitter After Pence Visits the Border

July 17th, 2019

Vice President Pence recently toured migrant detention centers at the U.S. / Mexico border. #FakeChristian began trending on social media, with users calling out the VP for his perceived lack of empathy.

Political & Religious Controversy 35 Comments

Taking Jesus Online: Churches Adapt in the Digital Age

May 15th, 2019

Life in the digital age revolves around smartphones and internet connections. Now some tech-savvy churches are using unique approaches to capitalize on our digital dependence.

Science & Technology 23 Comments

Instagram Account Highlights Hypocrisy of Popular Pastors

April 15th, 2019

A new Instagram account has caught on like wildfire in recent weeks, gaining over 125,000 followers (Christians and non-believers alike) by calling out high-profile pastors for their taste in expensive shoes and swag.

Political & Religious Controversy 45 Comments

Church of Satan Praises Christian Bale for Golden Globes Comment

January 7th, 2019

Christian Bale caused a stir at the Golden Globes by thanking Satan for giving him inspiration on how to play the role of former vice president Dick Cheney. The Church of Satan responded with wholehearted approval.

Humor & Satire 31 Comments

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