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Fewer Americans Think Church Can Solve Problems
Pew Research shows there has been a drop in Americans who feel churches make a difference in the world. In 2008, about 75 percent of Americans…
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Atheism
Atheist Protesters Get Apology After Being Denied Portable Toilet Rental
Portable toilet service apologizes for denying service to atheist protesters at Ark Encounter Theme Park. Ark Encounter, a $100 million Biblical theme park in Grant County,…
Atheism
Al Jazeera: Is Religion Really to Blame for Violence? [Video]
Al Jazeera interviews Karen Armstrong on religion and violence. Karen Armstrong is a British author, scholar, and former nun. She is the acclaimed author of the…
Islam
Rappers Gang Summit: Rally for Racial Unity at the Church of Scientology Community Center
L.A. Gang summit for peace and unity brought together rappers, police and religious leaders during the Time To Unite: United Hoods + Gangs Nation event. Jayceon…
Entertainment
Orthodox Jewish Beatboxers are a Hit on ‘America’s Got Talent’
Jews surprise ‘America’s Got Talent’ panel with beatbox rendition of “All About That Bass.” It is unusual to see religion come into play on the popular…
Islam
“Western civilization is in a war”: Newt Gingrich says ‘Sharia Test’ for Every U.S. Muslim
American Muslims who believe in the Shari‘a law should be deported says Newt Gingrich. In the wake of the attack in Nice, France on Thursday, Newt…
Islam
An American Student’s Encounters with Islam in Morocco
Featured Contributor Jayla Lundstrom, a volunteer at the Zaouia Sidi Abdessalam Youth Center in Morocco, details her experience learning about Islam. The tightly checkered black and…
Christianity
L.A. Pastor Running 7 Marathons in 7 Days on All 7 Continents to Help Homeless
Pastor with pulmonary embolisms takes the World Marathon Challenge for the poor. Matthew Barnett, a well-known Los Angeles pastor, is preparing to meet a life challenge-…
Buddhism
Dharma Day Celebrates the Beginning of Buddhism
On Dharma Day Buddhists celebrate the Buddha’s first sermon. One of the most important festivities for Buddhists around the world is Asalha Puja. Asalha Puja, otherwise…
Judaism
How Did the Star of David Come to Be?
History of the six-pointed star and it’s connection to Judaism. From synagogues, clothes, temples, buildings and even flags like the flag of Israel, the six-pointed star…
Christianity
Thousands Pray for Unity and Healing at D.C.’s Together 2016
Evangelicals recommitted to prayer and hope at a time of intense political and racial polarization at Together 2016. Together 2016, a Christian revival that was attended…
Christianity
“Artistic Brilliance” Is Not What Christian Rock Fans Want
Christian radio personality Brant Hansen discussed Christian rock’s appeal in an article in the Washington Post. For many people, contemporary Christian music (CCM), although pleasing to…