The Other Church Abuse Story
The viral video depicting an exasperated churchgoing kindergartner Naszir Ferrel bravely speaks for so many of us, when we’re not supposed to speak out against the sacred space at all.
Religion
Are Evangelical Adoption Agencies Stealing Children?
American religious groups have a long history of adopting children from asylum seekers and from families in poorer nations. But are they saving kids’ lives—or trafficking them?
This Is Why Evangelicals Don’t Believe in Sexual Assault
Their definition of what constitutes as sex and rape may not be the same as Catholic Brett Kavanaugh’s, but this judge is seizing a loophole and plans to ride it all the way to the bench.
Is “Religious Liberty” More Important Than Our Civil Rights?
There’s a terrifying history of religious bias becoming law, and with Trump in office and Kavanaugh being put forth to join the Supreme Court, things can only get worse.
Religious “Liberty” Is Rooted In Fear
Most Americans support same-sex marriage, safe and legal abortion, and birth control. Which is why evangelicals like Jeff Sessions and Mike Pence are digging in: They're terrified they're losing ground everywhere.
When Even the Pope Thinks You’re Too Fixated on Abortion
The Catholic Church leader is asking abortion opponents to focus their energy elsewhere. No, really.
Conversion Therapy Has Evolved. Or Has it?
Once a predominantly violent tactic to “cure” LGBTQ people's sexuality, this "religious guidance" method has shifted more toward talk therapy. But the damaging psychological effects remain the same.
Why Is the GOP Still Supporting Trump?
The Republicans complicity with Trump's authoritarianism isn't just politics—but something far more "unholy."
Think You Know Evangelicals? Think Again.
Author Deborah Jian Lee wants you to meet the young, diverse, progressive Christians who are transforming the Evangelical movement.