Religion
Is Politics Filling The God Gap?
A recent Gallup poll found that fewer than half of Americans belong to a house of worship. But while Americans might be losing their religion, they are not losing their...
Radio Diary: 'On Eagle's Wings'
President-elect Joe Biden will be the second Catholic president in U.S. history. In his first address as president-elect, he invokes his Catholic faith.
Trump Order On Anti-Semitism Sets Off Fear, Praise From Jewish Community
President Trump’s executive order to combat anti-Semitism on college campuses triggers strong feelings among American Jews. We’re listening.
A Mission To Reinterpret The World's Sacred Texts
A misreading of scripture is at the root of many of today’s controversies worldwide, says renowned religious scholar Karen Armstrong. She makes the case.
A Play About Catholic Conservatism Earns Praise From Both Sides Of The Aisle
Conservative Catholic intellectuals arguing about God and President Trump. It’s the inspiration for Will Arbery's new play "Heroes of the Fourth Turning."
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Jews In The U.S. Respond To Trump's Attacks On Loyalty
We hear from a roundtable of American Jews about their thoughts and responses to President Trump’s claims about who they should be loyal to and why.
Can Church And State Be Separate In A More Religiously Diverse America?
Increasing numbers of Americans say they have no religious affiliation. They’re making their voices heard in the public square and at the Supreme Court.
Mike Pence Cautions Christian College Graduates They'll Be 'Ridiculed' For Faith
Mike Pence tells Liberty University graduates to prepare to be "shunned" and "ridiculed" for being Christian. Is he right?
'God Made Me This Way': Buttigieg, BYU Student Reconcile Identity And Faith
A presidential candidate and a Utah commencement speaker have both explained their sexuality by saying, "God made me this way." Faith, politics and the LGBTQ community.
Homelessness, Addiction, Immigration: On The Pressing Social Issues For All Americans
Child marriage, drug addiction, incarceration. Inside the stories of ordinary folks in the throes of life's toughest challenges.
Massacre At Mosques And Anti-Muslim Sentiments Around The World
The deadly attacks on two New Zealand mosques. We look at anti-Muslim sentiment, white supremacism and the growing global threat.
United Methodist Church Keeps Ban On Same-Sex Weddings, LGBTQ Clergy
The United Methodist Church votes to maintain a ban on gay clergy and gay marriage. Is a schism inevitable? We put that to a roundtable of Methodist voices.
You Might Love Your Job. But Does Your Job Love You Back?
Americans work harder, longer and later than others in similar societies. Has work become a new religion — one that's doomed to make us miserable?
Have Americans Made Work Their New Religion?
Do you seek meaning in your day job? We ask if America’s cult of finding fulfillment at work leaves people spiritually empty.
Pope Francis Admits Priests, Bishops Have Sexually Abused Nuns
Pope Francis publicly acknowledges the sexual abuse of nuns by priests and bishops. Worldwide, nuns are speaking out.
Southern Baptist Seminary Documents And Discloses History Of 'Deep Racism'
The largest Protestant denomination in the United States is apologizing for its dark history of racism.
The Divisions In Christianity Over Sex
Five hundred years after the church was split by the Protestant Reformation, there’s a new division in Christianity. Now, it’s all about sex. Can the fissure be healed?
Your Comments On The Masterpiece Cakeshop Case
Our show Wednesday on the Masterpiece Cakeshop case at the Supreme Court drew a huge number of comments from our listeners on the issue that will affect gay rights and...
Tax Plan Could Mean Politics At The Pulpit
Tax-exempt religious groups could jump both feet into politics under the GOP tax bill. Endorsing, backing, bankrolling candidates. It’s a big change if it happens.
'Museum Of The Bible' Puts Spotlight On Stolen Antiquities
The Hobby Lobby family’s “Museum of the Bible” opens in Washington with fanfare and controversy over stolen antiquities. We’ll dive in.