Society & Culture

“A major concern addressed in this year’s report is that ‘international religious freedom is worsening in both the depth and breadth of violations.’”

The law “requires that ‘undefined words be given their natural and ordinary meaning, without forced or subtle construction that would limit or extend the meaning of the language, except when a contrary intention is clearly manifest.’” Jurist

Federal investigators raided the Grapevine headquarters of televangelist Benny Hinn Wednesday afternoon. A federal source told WFAA that it has been a lengthy IRS investigation, although agents at the scene were vague about the scope and target of their search warrant.

Kansas Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann said in a statement Monday the archdiocese’s pastors have been asked to begin phasing out Girl Scouts troops, either quickly or over the next several years.

Dallas Seminary: Dr. Darrell Bock and Dr. Russell Moore discuss cultural engagement, focusing on the relationship between the Gospel and Politics.

Pope Francis grew up in socialist Argentina, an experience that left a deep impression on his thinking.

“Pope Francis’ trip to Egypt was marked Friday, April 28, by a significant step forward in ecumenical relations between the Roman Catholic and Coptic Orthodox Churches. … the two churches agreed that they would not hold baptisms for members of one church wishing to join the other.”

“Bill Nye has some detestable ideas about humanity. This shouldn’t surprise anyone. Many environmental doomsdayers share his totalitarian impulses (he has toyed with the idea of criminalizing speech he dislikes) and soft spot for eugenics.

The Religious Feud in England Over Asparagus

“The United States Department of Defense, in its quest for diversity in military chaplaincy, has announced an increase in the recognized religions list…. it has officially recognized Humanism.” WRN