Is 2014 a Bad Year for Atheists?

Is 2014 a Bad Year for Atheists?

Though a little less than 4 months remain in 2014 I suspect New Year’s Eve celebrations can’t arrive soon enough for atheists in the

Andrew W.K., Rocker and “King of Partying,” Describes the Power of Prayer

Andrew W.K., Rocker and “King of Partying,” Describes the Power of Prayer

photo: Victoria Morse Andrew W.K. is best known for his 2001 hit "Party Hard," which became an anthem for teens and twenty-somethings, even 13

Do You Love Enough to Heal Your Dog or Cat? To Bring an Elephant to Tears?

Do You Love Enough to Heal Your Dog or Cat? To Bring an Elephant to Tears?

Although some believe that animals, regardless of their capacity to reason, are primarily instinctive and reactionary, I’m convinced that every living creature has a

Restaurant discount for customers who pray before meals sparks controversy

Restaurant discount for customers who pray before meals sparks controversy

A North Carolina diner instituted a controversial policy to get a discount on your food, but it's since been reversed due to complaints. At

Why do Christians Want Christian Prayers Removed from UK Schools?

Why do Christians Want Christian Prayers Removed from UK Schools?

The Church of England is requesting Christian prayers be eliminated from UK Schools. Since the 1988 Education Reform Act, all public schools in the

Hindu mantras open Maryland’s Laurel City Council 1st time in 144 years

Hindu mantras open Maryland’s Laurel City Council 1st time in 144 years

Just before the Laurel City Council Hindu invocation, from left to right, are — Council member Valerie Nicholas, Council member Michael Leszcz, Council president

US House of Representatives to open with Hindu prayer

US House of Representatives to open with Hindu prayer

Rajan Zed, Hindu statesman, gives a prayer at the Alaska House of Representatives in 2009. United States House of Representatives in Washington DC will

How Good Health Requires Good Listening: The Positive Relationship Between Spirituality and Health

How Good Health Requires Good Listening: The Positive Relationship Between Spirituality and Health

Listening in our conversations and in our prayers can develop a healthy body and mind. Admit it. You’re a lousy listener. Don’t fret. I

Religion and Spirituality Are Both Good For Your Health

Religion and Spirituality Are Both Good For Your Health

The company of and camaraderie with other churchgoers leave the church member filled with elation and spiritual strength. Yet recent studies suggest that such

Could Supreme Court Case Redefine Religion’s Role in Public Situations?

Could Supreme Court Case Redefine Religion’s Role in Public Situations?

Legal scholars are predicting that a case about to get underway in the United States could become one of the largest freedom of religion