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Archive: May 2007
In the Beginning, Tinkering
You'd think God would know exactly what He's doing, but He doesn't. He's a tinkerer. He tries something out. Then He moves on to the next experiment.
By David Plotz | May 31, 2007; 9:52 AM ET | Comments (64)
Dedication of Billy Graham Library
Notes for Remarks By President George Bush Dedication of the Bill Graham Library Charlotte, North Carolina May 31, 2007 Remarks/Twelve Minutes Open Press Thank you for that warm welcome, and my thanks to Franklin Graham for that very kind introduction....
By President George H.W. Bush | May 31, 2007; 8:56 AM ET | Comments (33)
Finding Faith in the Oval Office
One of the biggest hidden influences on the nine Presidents in my book was religious faith – a faith that most of them concealed.
By Michael Beschloss | May 30, 2007; 9:08 AM ET | Comments (93)
Man Must Re-Make Religion
From the military perspective, the influence of religion is difficult to overlook, a commonly-cited justification for hatred, destruction, and murder.
By Jason Torpy | May 29, 2007; 9:25 AM ET | Comments (193)
What We Tend to Forget on Memorial Day
The men and women working to foster peace throughout the globe also represent the best of American courage. They, too, represent the spirit of Memorial Day.
By Andrew Carroll | May 28, 2007; 9:16 AM ET | Comments (376)
Take Back Memorial Day
I opened the paper and a series of circulars spilled onto my lap – bright, colored pages with bold fonts and frenetic language: “Now through Memorial Day only!” and “A Don’t Miss Memorial Day Sales Event!” As I took a...
By Christopher Michel | May 28, 2007; 8:36 AM ET | Comments (57)
Pentecost: A Day for Diversity
Pentecost shows me that I need not reject those whose religious experience or emphases are not like my own. The Spirit of God loves diversity!
By Donald McKim | May 27, 2007; 2:22 PM ET | Comments (21)
Believing in Nothing is Really Something
I identify myself as nothing. It reflects my sense of wonder and opportunities rather than adhering to the principles of some “ism.”
By Nica Lalli | May 25, 2007; 11:11 AM ET | Comments (54)
No Reason to Believe
Having so many faiths with diverse teachings makes no sense if an all-powerful god sends the same message to all.
By Tom Flynn | May 24, 2007; 1:45 PM ET | Comments (55)
Astrology Not the Only Cosmic Hoax
Religion, too, believes that the cosmos was created with us in mind, that our lives are supervised by an almighty force . . .
By Christopher Hitchens | May 23, 2007; 10:46 AM ET | Comments (894)
Communion by Invitation Only
The announcement this week that New Hampshire Bishop Gene Robinson will not be receiving an invitation to the 2008 Lambeth Conference of Anglican Bishops was a sad day for the Anglican Communion and a new low for the beleaguered Archbishop...
By Susan Russell | May 23, 2007; 6:12 AM ET | Comments (58)
A Good, Abundant Life
Sometimes I am embarrassed at how satisfied I am with my life.
By Ben Bradlee | May 22, 2007; 9:02 AM ET | Comments (73)
Living My Dream in Bonus Years
Not many people get to live out their dream. I did and wound up in a place far beyond my dream and I try to remember that a good part of the reason was sheer luck.
By Bob Schieffer | May 21, 2007; 10:23 AM ET | Comments (68)
Healing Wounds, Body and Soul
As our dialogue broadens in examination of the various issues surrounding faith, its meaning and pursuit, let’s not brush too lightly that web of aspects physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual bound up in the matter of access to faith. Disability...
By Mark Sakaley | May 20, 2007; 5:03 PM ET | Comments (23)
So Far, So Good Except . . .
Try as I may, I'm certain I fall short of being sufficiently grateful.
By Norman Lear | May 20, 2007; 12:05 PM ET | Comments (15)
Seeking and Finding What Really Matters
Whatever gives you solace, whatever gives your life meaning, whatever helps you make it through the night is nothing less than a blessing.
By Sally Quinn | May 19, 2007; 10:52 AM ET | Comments (358)
Am I Doing God's Work?
Is being a journalist my vocation? How does my faith influence my judgment as a reporter? Should it?
By Tim Russert | May 18, 2007; 9:54 AM ET | Comments (716)
'To Do' List Gets Shorter, Harder
There are a whole lot of things about my life I wish I could change, improve, alter or eradicate.
By George Stephanopoulos | May 18, 2007; 9:47 AM ET | Comments (48)
Still Time to Become What God Intended
The good news is you still have time to work a plan, take a class, relocate, redesign or what I call reposition yourself no matter what your age.
By T.D. Jakes | May 16, 2007; 9:59 AM ET | Comments (440)
Falwell: Independent, Fundamentalist and Pragmatic
Jerry Falwell took no prisoners, at least where feminists, gays, the ACLU, pacifists, “moderate” Baptists, and other left-of-center folks were concerned. Born again in the tradition of Independent Baptists, the far right of an already rightward denomination, he was a...
By Bill Leonard | May 16, 2007; 8:47 AM ET | Comments (37)
Rev. Jerry Falwell: Vision and Vigor
Jerry Falwell founded the Moral Majority as a means of educating and mobilizing Christian citizens about moral issues such as abortion. He was successful beyond all expectations.
By Al Mohler Jr. | May 15, 2007; 1:53 PM ET | Comments (90)
Jerry Falwell: Man of God
Jerry Falwell was a close personal friend for many years. We did not always agree on everything, but I knew him to be a man of God. His accomplishments went beyond most clergy of his generation. Some of my grandchildren...
By Dr. Billy Graham | May 15, 2007; 1:51 PM ET | Comments (168)
Pope's Message Mixed, Missed
Our Church has been strongest when it rises above politics, urging politicians to understand and embrace the full spectrum of Catholic teaching.
By Denis McDonough & David Buckley | May 14, 2007; 4:34 PM ET | Comments (403)
In Latin America, Social Justice Central to Faith
The politics of Jesus are the divine politics of truth and service, of a “reign” that transforms social relations as well as souls.
By Dean Brackley | May 12, 2007; 1:08 PM ET | Comments (38)
Another Pope's Visit Inspired Peace
The Pontiff remains for all of us a strong moral leader who raised his voice supporting this multi-ethnic country and believing in a just peace.
By Cardinal Vinko Puljic | May 11, 2007; 9:58 AM ET | Comments (36)
Liberal Protestantism Finding New Life
Perhaps the crisis of liberal churches has been a precursor—not to its demise but to surprising new life.
By Diana Butler Bass | May 10, 2007; 10:07 AM ET | Comments (330)
Jesus Christ is the Revolution
The core proclamation of Jesus of Nazareth has everything to do with a revolution of the human spirit that can ignite social change and human liberation.
By George Weigel | May 9, 2007; 7:28 AM ET | Comments (69)
Notes from a Latter-day Skeptic
Keeping Mormonism palatable to non-Mormons will require continued tightrope-walking for the foreseeable future.
By Martha Beck | May 8, 2007; 9:27 AM ET | Comments (83)
Latter-day Convert Guided by Faith
My faith gives me direction as I face challenging and complex issues such as the war in Iraq, immigration, health care, and the shared desire for a prosperous future.
By Sen. Harry Reid | May 7, 2007; 8:15 AM ET | Comments (117)
Religious Right Wrong on Hate Crimes
How can you possibly argue, from a faith perspective, that it is appropriate to deny federal funds to investigate crimes against people who are manifestly persecuted?
By Susan Brooks Thistlewaite | May 4, 2007; 3:18 PM ET | Comments (86)
Lifelong Mormon Sustained by Faith
My faith has helped to make my family the center of my affection and greatest hope.
By Bill Marriott | May 4, 2007; 9:59 AM ET | Comments (82)
LDS: Christ-Centered and Worldwide
The ultimate goal of the LDS Church is not to change perceptions about its nature, but to bring men and women to Christ, who changes their nature.
By Andrew Skinner | May 3, 2007; 11:25 AM ET | Comments (77)
Should Christians Vote for Mormons?
Mitt Romney deserves a chance to make his case to traditional Christians without his religion being an issue.
By John Mark Reynolds | May 2, 2007; 8:56 AM ET | Comments (666)
Seeing the West Through Islamic Eyes
In every Muslim society, complaints about the negative image of Islam in the West were at the forefront of every conversation we had.
By Akbar Ahmed | May 1, 2007; 4:22 PM ET | Comments (136)
