MAGA and Evangelical Christianity Converge at a Memorial Service A memorial service held in recent days for activist Charlie Kirk vividly illustrated the growing intersection between the MAGA movement and evangelical Christianity. The event highlighted how each is influencing the other and underscored a notable shift in the movement’s interpretation of religious faith compared to … Read more
The Rapture Didn’t Happen – But the Internet Had a Field Day For decades, the world has seen apocalyptic predictions from Y2K to 2012 and even the doomsday clock. Most recently, speculation has turned to the Rapture—a concept some evangelical Christians link to the return of Jesus, where believers are swiftly taken to heaven. Although … Read more
Dear James: I Fell in Love With My Friend—And Now I’m Confused A 22‐year-old woman describes her first intimate encounter with another woman—a connection that began as a deep friendship. Over time, both admitted to mutual romantic feelings. During a period of separation when her friend was away, she even traveled a great distance to … Read more
Letter 1: Struggling with a Confusing Relationship A Personal Account A 22‐year‐old woman shares a deeply personal story about her first intimate relationship with a friend. What began as a strong friendship slowly morphed into something more when both acknowledged mutual feelings. During a period of separation—when her friend had to leave town—she even traveled … Read more
Don’t Call Them Influencers: Digital Missionaries Earn the Vatican’s Blessing Angie Bosio, a devoted Catholic youth minister, has long dedicated herself to inspiring others through her art and faith. When her followers began showing interest in her hobby illustrations of Catholic saints and everyday Bible scenes, she expanded her efforts by launching a website and … Read more
RaptureTok Craze Explained: The Allure of End Times Predictions A South African pastor’s recent prediction that Jesus Christ will return on September 23 and 24 has ignited a social media frenzy centered around the concept of the Rapture. This prediction, which has captured hundreds of thousands of views online, has also given rise to the … Read more
RaptureTok Craze Explained: Understanding Our Appeal to End Times A recent prediction of an impending Rapture on September 23 and 24 has ignited a viral social media trend. A South African pastor claimed that during these dates, Jesus Christ will return to Earth—a pronouncement that has stirred both genuine concern and humor online. This idea … Read more
The Rise of Far-Right Christian Nationalism Despite Britain’s reputation as a tolerant, green and pleasant land with its quiet country churches, the country is not immune to a dangerous new form of Christianity. A militant strain of far-right nationalism is now masquerading as genuine religious piety. Parading as defenders of the Christian faith, these groups … Read more
How Will the Media Frame Charlie Kirk’s Memorial? Reflecting on the Unprecedented Service “How do we cover that?” This question was sure to be discussed at Monday’s meeting among network executives, producers, and hosts, and it will likely remain a hot topic for weeks. The gathering was more than just a memorial; it was a … Read more
Spirituality-Based VA Program Helps Veterans Heal Mental Wounds Army veteran Jason Ayala had long struggled with the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder despite years in therapy. His journey took an unexpected turn when he joined Empowering the Spirit—a pilot program developed by the Department of Veterans Affairs that brings together chaplains and nurses in a … Read more