Political & Religious Controversy - Page 11 of 88
December 5th, 2023
Meet the National Association of Christian Lawmakers. In a few short years, they've recruited powerful allies to advance their agenda of passing biblical legislation in state legislatures across the country.
Young TikTok Users Are Discovering the Quran – And They're Excited
December 4th, 2023
Amid the Israel/Palestine conflict, young people on TikTok are reading through the Quran for the first time, hoping to gain a better understanding of the Muslim faith, and some are even converting.
Pastor Criticized for Telling Kids "Santa is Fake, Jesus is Real"
December 1st, 2023
Most of us will be hanging the stockings by the fire with care, in hopes that Saint Nicholas will soon be there. But did you know there's a religious contingent that believes that telling kids about Santa is a sin?
The War on Christmas Comes Early This Year
November 28th, 2023
Thanksgiving isn't even here yet and the War on Christmas has already begun. A Wisconsin town is in the news after city officials requested decorations be "more inclusive," to avoid offending the secular population.
Missouri Clergy Challenge State's Abortion Ban
November 27th, 2023
Clergy in Missouri are challenging that state's strict abortion ban, citing legislators' statements that they were motivated by faith to pass the law. Is an abortion ban tantamount to pushing biblical values?
CA Replaces Missionary Statue With Native American Hero
November 20th, 2023
In the summer of 2020, a controversial statue of Spanish missionary Junipero Serra was torn down by Native American activists. Now that statue's been replaced with one of Native American hero William J. Franklin Sr.
Report: Hate Crimes Against Jews and Muslims On the Rise
November 16th, 2023
Statistics show that both the Jewish and Muslim communities in the United States are facing increased violence, discrimination, and harassment as the Israel-Hamas war rages on in the Middle East.
Largest Hindu Temple Outside of India Opens Amid Controversy
November 9th, 2023
The BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham, believed to be the largest Hindu temple in the Western Hemisphere, just opened in New Jersey. But the temple's construction has long been shrouded in controversy.
90% of Pastors Say Young Churchgoers Need to Donate More
November 3rd, 2023
Are young people uncharitable to their churches? A new report found that more than 90% of church leadership believe that Millennials and Generation Z aren't financially supporting the church enough.
Teacher Under Fire for Wearing Satan Costume to School
November 2nd, 2023
An Arizona teacher is on administrative leave after students complained about his Satan costume for Halloween spirit week. Now on administrative leave, students and parents are wondering what the hell he was thinking.
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