Readers’ Responses: Should Back Gardens Remain a Sanctuary or Welcome Loud Audio? In today’s world, it’s increasingly common for people to stream music through smart speakers or smartphones in their own gardens. But is it fair to impose these sounds on one’s neighbors? Graham French from Sutton Coldfield poses this very dilemma, asking whether back … Read more
Dostoyevsky and the Journey of Faith In this conversation, Rowan Williams—widely recognized for his contributions as a theologian, poet, and former archbishop—shares insights into his personal exploration of faith. Interviewer Peter Wehner asks about the early influences that drew him to Christianity and the ways in which his youthful encounter with the faith was both … Read more
Supreme Court Exempts Catholic Charity from State Unemployment Taxes On Thursday, the Supreme Court ruled that a Catholic charity based in Wisconsin is not obligated to pay the state’s unemployment taxes. This decision is part of a broader set of religious-rights cases under the court’s review this term.
An Evolving Conversation About Faith on Social Media Recent discourse surrounding the question “Are you a Christian?” has prompted renewed attention from both traditional Christian leaders and modern critics on digital platforms. One influential commentator has recently highlighted that some prominent voices in the online atheist community were justified in expecting a more thoughtful reply … Read more
Silicon Valley and the Promise of Spiritual Wealth A growing number of innovators and tech enthusiasts in Silicon Valley appear to be exploring the potential of spiritual faith in their quest for success and influence. There is a noticeable trend: some in the tech community are looking toward Jesus not just for traditional guidance, but … Read more
Modernity’s Impact on Faith Contrary to expectations that modern advancements might erode belief, today’s world reveals a striking transformation in the ways faith is expressed. Rather than fading away, religious fervor has taken on a more vivid, even dramatic, character as it interacts with the forces of modern society. Reimagining Belief in a Contemporary Context … Read more
Modernity’s Unexpected Impact on Faith In today’s society, contemporary innovations and cultural shifts have not diminished religious sentiment; rather, they have amplified some of its most striking expressions. Far from causing a decline in faith, modernity has invigorated certain forms of spirituality, giving them a dramatic new edge. Revitalizing Religious Expression Traditional doctrines and rituals … Read more
Life, Work, and Wit of a Celebrated Moral Philosopher In a reflective conversation, notable thinkers explored the journey, ideas, and playful intellect of one of modern philosophy’s most influential moral voices. The discussion delved into the philosopher’s formative years, his groundbreaking work, and the kind of wit that enlivened his academic and public engagements. The … Read more
Potential Milestone: The First Female Archbishop of Canterbury A female bishop now stands at the forefront of potentially becoming the Church of England’s first female archbishop of Canterbury, with British betting firms favoring her for this historic appointment. Her candidacy emerges as the church prepares to replace the outgoing archbishop, who stepped down in January. … Read more
Pope Leo XIV and the Major Papal Basilicas of Rome Pope Leo XIV has formally assumed stewardship of the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran—the principal cathedral of the Bishop of Rome and the venerable Mother Church. This ceremonial moment marks the commencement of his pontificate, reaffirming his commitment as the shepherd of the universal Church. … Read more