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Caged Jesus: Church Nativity Scene Sets Off Fiery Debate

December 12th, 2019

A controversial nativity scene at a California church, featuring baby Jesus behind bars separated from his parents, has sparked a larger debate about immigration and Christian values. See what critics are saying.

Political & Religious Controversy 31 Comments

Chick-fil-A Vows To Stop Supporting Anti-LGBTQ Christian Charities

November 21st, 2019

In a stunning about-face, Chick-Fil-A announced earlier this week that it will stop all donations to Christian charities that have histories of fighting against same-sex marriage. Some Christians were less than pleased.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 41 Comments

Does God Approve of Our Thanksgiving Gluttony?

November 21st, 2019

On Thanksgiving, most of us sit down to dinner with family, talk about what we're most thankful for, and then eat until we feel like we're going to explode. Does God approve of our seasonal overindulgence?

Christian 61 Comments

Ohio Bill Would Let Students Give Wrong Answers If They Are Religious

November 20th, 2019

What happens when a student’s religious beliefs conflict with the curriculum? A new bill would prohibit teachers from docking points for wrong answers – so long as the answers are rooted in a student’s religious beliefs.

Political & Religious Controversy 108 Comments

Pastor Takes on AOC for House Seat

November 15th, 2019

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is defending her House of Representatives seat next year, her first re-election since her surprise win in 2018. Now a local pastor is mounting a primary challenge for 2020.

Political & Religious Controversy 87 Comments

Atheists Raise Hell Over “In God We Trust” Decals on Florida Cop Cars

November 8th, 2019

A Florida Sheriff’s Department is facing backlash after proudly announcing it will be stamping the words "In God We Trust" on the back of all its police cars to make them more "patriotic," but atheists aren't buying it.

Political & Religious Controversy 153 Comments

Christian Groups Face a Mighty Opponent in Sex-Ed Wars: Trojan Condoms

November 4th, 2019

The company that makes Trojan condoms is fed up with faith-backed abstinence-only programs that help spread shame and misinformation amongst US students – and now they’re taking action.

Political & Religious Controversy 63 Comments

Joe Biden Denied Communion Over His Pro-Abortion Stance

November 1st, 2019

Former Vice President and current Democratic frontrunner Joe Biden attended Catholic Mass last weekend. When he went to receive communion, he instead was denied the holy sacrament over his pro-abortion stance.

Political & Religious Controversy 114 Comments

San Francisco Blacklists 22 States Over Strict Abortion Laws

October 30th, 2019

The city of San Francisco will refuse to do business with 22 states that have restrictive abortion laws. Faith leaders are upset that progressive politics might impact their state's bottom line.

Political & Religious Controversy 52 Comments

Texas Pastor Burns Book About Atheism, Claims USA is a “Christian Nation”

October 24th, 2019

An online feud between an attorney representing the Freedom For Religion Foundation (FFRF) and an outspoken Texas pastor escalated this week when the pastor posted a book-burning video to his official Twitter account.

Political & Religious Controversy 63 Comments

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