Does NIH Head Francis Collins Believe in Intelligent Design?
In a recent article in the New Republic psychologist Paul Bloom charges that the evangelical scientist is using the same logic as those who push ID. Is he right?
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RD Turns Six: What’s New, What’s Next…
Internet years are like dog years, so although RD is turning six today it feels more like 36—in the best possible way.
Read MoreWhat More is There to Say About LGBTQI Life and Religion?
A new blog is launched.
Read MoreAn Abbreviated Guide to 5 Arguments Against Contraceptive Coverage in Obamacare
What the Hobby Lobby amicus briefs say about the religious conservative worldview on religion in public life.
Read MoreShotgun Marriage as Social Policy
Ross Douthat rehashes arguments from the dusty basement of the Catholic Church.
Read MoreDid Uganda’s President Really Veto the Anti-Gay Bill?
Despite what many have written, President Museveni’s letter on the infamous Kill the Gays Bill; is no cause for celebration.
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No to Church, Yes to Jesus?
Is the lingering importance of “Good Samaritan Jesus” for the religiously unaffiliated a yearning for a more ethically engaged, prophetic Christianity?
Read MoreForget About #HotJesus, Material Objects Speak Loudly in Son of God
Material objects have long played a role in Jesus films, but in the latest retelling, adapted from a History Channel miniseries, coins and the temple itself play a crucial role.
Read MoreGlobal LGBT Recap:Culture War Exports, Mob Violence and Kidnapping as Weapon of Homophobia
Russian Orthodox Church calls for more anti-gay legislation, Catholics ask Pope Francis to oppose anti-gay laws
Read MoreMillennials Invent New Religion: No Hell, No Priests, No Punishment
So, right off the bat, this generation has dumped its religious leaders, its priests or gurus, and has dispensed with the obligation of coming together each week as a community. I guess, if there’s no one there to deliver a sermon or wisdom talk, what’s the point of gathering together once a week?
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