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Trump’s religious liberty executive order: Don’t fall for it, church
By F. Romall Smalls — May 24, 2017
(RNS) The president trusts that power comes from human sources, and he would like the church to depend on them. I do not, writes F. Romall Smalls.
Forget millennials. How will churches reach Generation Z?
By Jonathan Merritt — May 1, 2017
A new generation of young people is forcing churches to radically rethink ministry, evangelism, and apologetics.
The church’s surprising public contribution
By David P. Gushee — April 24, 2017
On moral formation, crisis care, and congregations that transcend American tribalism.
Turn your morning routine into a worship service
By Jonathan Merritt — March 17, 2017
How everything from making your bed to brushing your teeth can help you uncover the holy in your midst.
This Lent, I’m giving up apologizing for other Christians
By Jonathan Merritt — March 3, 2017
Apologizing for other Christians isn't always edifying or effective. Here's why I'm sacrificing it during Lent.
Hurt by the church? It’s time to talk about it
By Jonathan Merritt — February 6, 2017
Critiquing the church has become taboo among many, but sharing our suffering may help you heal from spiritual wounds.
A large Colorado congregation just became LGBT-inclusive. Here’s why it matters (COMMENTARY)
By Jonathan Merritt — January 26, 2017
(RNS) One reason Denver Community Church's announcement will be a big deal in the world of American Christianity is precisely because it won't feel like a big deal to so many.
Namibian Christians vest hopes in ‘pray the gay away’ tactic
By guest — December 16, 2016
WINDHOEK, Namibia (RNS) Judgmental attitudes towards gays and lesbians are common in the nation’s Christian churches.
The politics of Jen Hatmaker: Trump, Black Lives Matter, gay marriage and more
By Jonathan Merritt — October 25, 2016
(RNS) The HGTV star and best-selling Christian author holds nothing back in this candid and personal interview.
More ‘nones’ than you think, but many won’t show up on Election Day
By Lauren Markoe — September 22, 2016
(RNS) A full quarter of U.S. adults now say they have no religious affiliation. But despite their heft, the 'nones' are no voting bloc.
‘Hillbilly Elegy’: Best-selling author J.D. Vance on faith in Appalachia
By Kelsey Dallas — September 8, 2016
'Church is increasingly something that is relatively confined to upper-income, well-educated people. I think that’s something people should recognize about the role of religious faith in this part of the world.'
Indonesian priest attack inspired by murder of French Catholic cleric
By Tom Heneghan — August 31, 2016
Police say the attacker was self-radicalized, but also working with an associate in the so-called Islamic State.
Social problems and religion
By Martin E. Marty — August 8, 2016
Are churches key to solving social problems? Fewer Americans now think so.
Agnostics need more support in coming out to family and friends
By guest — July 27, 2016
(RNS) I’ve learned that hiding one’s true beliefs from friends and family contributes to an atmosphere of silence and stigma, which prevents atheists, agnostics and so-called nones from establishing a support system.
How Pokémon Go is luring millennials to the church (parking lot)
By Aysha Khan — July 11, 2016
(RNS) Father, Son, Holy...Bulbasaur?
