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June 2014

June 14, 2014

Shaping the Church: Thinking, Reimagining and Envisioning

On average, church attendance is dropping in the majority of the congregations in many denominations. Some denominations,...

June 14, 2014

Racism In Religion (Is Jesus Wrongly Depicted?)

Although it was never supposed to, Christianity inadvertently played a major role in spreading racism...

June 14, 2014

Gandhi and Religious Fanaticism

Never before in post-independence India have political elections have created this sense of alarm and...

June 14, 2014

“Progressive” Religion Or Just Religion?

Last week HuffPo Religion's executive editor Paul Raushenbush wrote about a "stunning resurgence" of progressive Christianity....

June 14, 2014

Dr. Mark Lewis Taylor named Distinguished Visiting Professor of Public Theology for Fall 2014

Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary will welcome prominent theologian and scholar Dr. Mark Lewis Taylor during the...

June 14, 2014

The Reconciliation of Science and Religion: We Can Do Better

The reconciliation of science and religion is one of the most compelling tasks confronting religious...

June 14, 2014

David Brat’s Victory Comes with a Rise in the Crossroads of Religion and Economics

David Brat’s victory over Rep. Eric Cantor was a shocker, leading to the lightning-fast unearthing...

June 14, 2014

Religious Discrimination and the Violence Against Women Act

A coalition of 90 religious, educational, health, women's, LGBT, and civil rights groups this week called...

June 12, 2014

Sacred Spinebusters, Transcendent Toe Holds: The Confluence of Religion and Professional Wrestling (Part Two)

Ask any wrestling aficionado about the greatest wrestlers from the last quarter century and one...

June 11, 2014

David Brat: Embrace Christian Capitalism, Or Hitler Will Come Back

When David Brat defeated House Majority leader Eric Cantor (R-VA) in the Republican primary of...

June 10, 2014

‘Diary of Two Mad Black Mormons’

As part of the 3 percent of Mormons who are African-American, Tamu Smith and Zandra...

June 10, 2014

Science and Religion in the 21st Century

As we enter a new century likely to be dominated by sweeping scientific and technological...

June 10, 2014

“These Hoes Ain’t Loyal:” Biblical Harlotry and Patriarchy Then and Now

A recent Gallup poll notes that “a combined 75% [of Americans] believe the Bible is...

June 10, 2014

Religious Constriction

I am both shocked and fascinated by Americans’ religious literalism. One Gallup report issued last...

June 10, 2014

Got Religion? The Challenge of Religion in 21st Century America

The first synagogue to take root in North America more than 350 years ago was...

June 09, 2014

Southern Baptist Convention: Can It Thrive in the 21st Century?

When the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) gathers in Baltimore tomorrow for its annual meeting, they are expected...

June 09, 2014

The Problem w/’Hoes’

Confession: I’ve been called a ‘ho’ before by a man that did not have any...

June 09, 2014

A Victory for ‘Religious Freedom’ is a Loss for Religion

In the next few weeks, the Supreme Court of the United States will rule on...

June 07, 2014

The Stunning Resurgence of Progressive Christianity

Anyone born within the last 50 years would be justified in thinking that Jesus' teachings...

June 07, 2014

People’s Theology, Prophetic Theology, and Public Theology in Post-Liberation South Africa

Introduction “It is only when we play our part that we can say to President (Jacob)...

June 07, 2014

It’s Bigger Than Jamal Bryant…

Recently, in a sermon to his predominantly black congregation, pastor Jamal H. Bryant appropriated troubled singer Chris...

June 07, 2014

Maya Angelou Memorial Service

The memorial or homegoing service of Dr. Maya Angelou. You can see the official program...

June 06, 2014

Hoes, Loyalty, and God’s Liberty

by Verdell WrightR3 ContributorComments from a well-known preacher, Rev. Jamal Bryant, set the internet ablaze...

June 06, 2014

Book Review: Creating Ourselves: African Americans and Hispanic Americans on Popular Culture and Religious Expression

by Andre E. Johnson R3 Editor Anthony B. Pinn and Benjamin Valentin, Editors, Creating...

June 06, 2014

The Spirit’s Work of Ignorance

Yesterday I saw a doctrine. I'm at the annual Hampton University Ministers' Conference in Virginia,...

June 06, 2014

These Pastors Ain’t Loyal

In a recent sermon posted on YouTube called, “I’m My Enemy’s Worst Nightmare,” Dr. Jamal H....

June 05, 2014

Why the Rapture Isn’t Biblical… And Why it Matters

I grew up in church culture. Most of what I recall from those early childhood...

June 05, 2014

A Mostly Ordinary Morning

by Peter GathjeR3 ContributorSome mornings at Manna House are mostly ordinary. I arrive at 6:40a.m., and...

June 05, 2014

The American Civil Religion

What is the prevailing belief system in America? While some will argue that Christianity is...

June 05, 2014

Is Pulpit Plagiarism on the Rise? Some Blame the Internet

Thou shalt not steal another pastor’s sermon?Recent cases of high-profile pastors who have been accused...

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