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Archive: June 2008
Religion and the Secular Conscience
The future of religion will depend on the oldest of secular traditions: the freedom of conscience
By Austin Dacey | June 30, 2008; 10:07 AM ET | Comments (28)
Right Guilty of "Grand Theft Jesus"
The new Pew survey shows that Robertson and Dobson do not speak for a majority of American Christians -- if they ever did.
By Robert S. McElvaine | June 26, 2008; 9:38 AM ET | Comments (118)
Risk and Faith
I’ve found that deep faith isn’t possible without substantial risk, and that risk without faith eventually leads to emptiness.
By Peb Jackson | June 25, 2008; 3:28 PM ET | Comments (16)
McCain's Need for a "Sister Souljah" Moment
Recent polls show that rank and file evangelicals—and their pastors—increasingly see people like James Dobson, Pat Robertson, John Hagee and the late Jerry Falwell as self-promoting gasbags whose bloviations have harmed the reputation of our movement (not to mention our Lord).
By Jason Poling | June 25, 2008; 9:48 AM ET | Comments (27)
Two Faiths, One Planet
If there's a single issue on which Christians and Muslims must find common ground, it's this one: Saving the planet.
By Anouar Majid | June 19, 2008; 3:38 PM ET | Comments (30)
New Atheists, Old Realities
As far as I can see, the New Atheists have been slowly executing a strategic -- but false -- retreat.
By Michael Novak | June 19, 2008; 10:09 AM ET | Comments (186)
Russert's Trustworthy Spirit
Tim Russert could find that which was good in politics, or at least important, and make people stop, listen, and believe.
VIDEO: Sally Quinn's 2007 Interview with Russert
By Susan K. Smith | June 17, 2008; 9:47 AM ET | Comments (2)
Faith and Health About Wholeness
We can patch up individuals, but it is impossible to heal less than a community.
By Gary Gunderson | June 17, 2008; 9:00 AM ET | Comments (2)
The Therapeutic Power of Prayer
I believe that we need to harness the power of prayer and meditation as an adjunct therapy to medical care.
By Dr. Manoj Jain | June 13, 2008; 8:09 AM ET | Comments (24)
New SBC Leader's Dubious Credentials
The newly elected president of the Southern Baptist Convention has a credibility problem.
By Robert Parham | June 12, 2008; 10:28 PM ET | Comments (13)
The Real Jerry Falwell
The image of my husband portrayed in the media over the years was virtually unrecognizable to me. | Newsweek interview .
By Macel Falwell | June 12, 2008; 9:36 AM ET | Comments (165)
Be Comforted This Election Year
After mourning the disastrous destructions of two ancient Temples in Jerusalem, Jewish tradition calls us to recite the words of Isaiah: "Be comforted, be comforted, My people." ("Nachamu, nachamu, ami") Today, as an American with both my own personal roots...
By Arthur Waskow | June 11, 2008; 11:11 AM ET | Comments (0)
On Turning 50
Others want me to celebrate my birthday, but I am in the mood for thanksgiving. God has showered my life with blessings.
By Khalid Zaheer | June 10, 2008; 9:54 PM ET | Comments (1)
Religious Divides and Obama's Promise
Obama's promise not to demogogue religion could well win support from the faithful.
By Gustav Niebuhr | June 7, 2008; 10:32 PM ET | Comments (76)
Choosing a New Religion
Who is Jewish? Or more broadly, what are the standards if someone says I want to be a Catholic, a Buddhist, or a Jew?
By Kerry M. Olitzky | June 5, 2008; 5:17 PM ET | Comments (5)
The God of Second Chances
When we practice our re-ligion, meaning “to read the stories again,” we relearn our expressions of hope and restore our faith.
By Erik Kolbell | June 5, 2008; 12:20 PM ET | Comments (4)
Hagee, AIPAC and the GOP
Hagee’s bizarre marriage of convenience with American and Israeli Jews would be impossible without his formidable evangelical following, which provides the shock troops his Jewish allies believe they lack.
By Sarah Posner | June 4, 2008; 12:31 PM ET | Comments (47)
Expecting More From Our Candidates
As a citizen and voter, I choose among political candidates based on their guiding principles and potential to lead. But as a Christian, I’ve reached the point where I feel I’m letting God down by pushing the button for any candidate.
By John Deem | June 4, 2008; 10:39 AM ET | Comments (44)
Let's Get Real About Race
White people sing “God Bless America” with tears of gratitude in their eyes. Black people sing “God Bless America” with hearts that ache.
By Susan K. Smith | June 2, 2008; 10:07 AM ET | Comments (72)
