The Surprising Theological Possibilities of Virtual Reality: “What has Silicon Valley to do with Jerusalem?” Why should Christians care about this new wave of technology, and what are we to think of it? How do Christians, who are both consumers and creators of culture, react to this new medium?
Finding God in the U.S.A. — As Chinese international students flood U.S. high schools and universities, many are learning about Christianity for the first time, and sometimes embracing it. Full-blown conversions to Christianity come by the handful, not the busload. Changing minds and hearts often takes significant time, investment, and hospitality.
One-in-Five U.S. Adults Were Raised in Interfaith Homes: One-in-five U.S. adults were raised with a mixed religious background, according to a new Pew study. This includes about one-in-ten who say they were raised by two people, both of whom were religiously affiliated but with different religions. An additional 12% say they were raised by one person […]
What you need to know about Colorado’s new Aid in Dying law: Coloradans have passed Proposition 106 by a wide margin (2/3 majority), authorizing certain individuals to receive medical aid in dying if they meet several requirements. Here are some answers to questions about the process from the Denver Post.
Mind In The Natural World: Can Physics Explain It? — This brief, subtle essay considers a new book that makes some philosophical leaps about science that need some attention rather than being given a “pass.” Students may have to read it a couple of times and get a little help in seeing the point. But the […]
Join the Anti-Revolutionary Party: This edition of Comment considers the strategies of revolution or reform. “What has been eclipsed in our revolutionary age is precisely a robust vision for reform as a wise, strategic, faithful pursuit of justice and the common good. There might be ways to effect change that don’t require scorched earth, all-or-nothing re-engineering […]
This Is My Body: How Christian Theology Affects Body Image — People who consider their body “fearfully and wonderfully made” (in the words of Psalm 139) are significantly more likely to feel good about their bodies, according to a new study. However, believers who consider the body to be basically sinful are more likely to be […]
Q&A: The Current State of Church-State Relations — This helpful discussion with law professor Howard Friedman, a careful observor of the immediate scene and larger picture, offers an informed overview of current church-state issues. Friedman is curator of Religion Clause, a regular source in this gallery.
3rd Circuit Hears Oral Arguments In Contraceptive Coverage Mandate Case: the U.S. 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals heard oral arguments (audio of full arguments) in Real Alternatives, Inc. v. Burwell. A Pennsylvania federal district court rejected a challenge by a non-profit, non-religious pro-life group to the scope of the Affordable Care Act contraceptive coverage mandate. The […]
The Great Good Thing: Andrew Klavan’s testimony — Among several interesting conversion testimonies in the past few years is a new book by a secular Jew, now baptized. This review provides access to and background on the book and the author’s story. Students may find it helpful in their generation of secular rationalism and its alternatives.
