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British lawmakers voted 330 to 275 last Friday to initially approve an assisted dying bill, igniting sharp criticism from Christian leaders and advocacy groups. The bill would legalize assisted dying for terminally ill patients in England and Wales with a prognosis of less than six months to live. A final vote required for the bill
Border Patrol agents face significant stress as they enforce contentious immigration policies. Often caught between political debates and public criticism, agents endure emotional challenges exacerbated by the dangerous and isolating nature of their work. Many feel misunderstood and vilified, leading some to conceal their profession from their communities for fear of backlash. Chaplains Offer Support
Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign signaled a strategic pivot, sidelining traditional pro-life priorities in favor of broader family-centric policies. According to Emma Green’s article in The New Yorker, “The New Pro-Life Playbook,” this marks a departure from decades of focus on overturning Roe v. Wade. Now, conservatives within Trump’s circle aim to integrate family policy
This story was originally published by Religion Unplugged. (ANALYSIS) This seems like a lifetime ago, but the 2004 election was actually a really interesting one in terms of religion and politics. George W. Bush was seeking a second term, and his Democratic challenger was John Kerry. The Republicans devised a strategy to goose turnout in
Heading into the busiest shopping season of the year, many Americans may find meaning and purpose while they’re picking up gifts for others and themselves. A Lifeway Research study asked 1,200 U.S. adults their level of agreement with 10 statements related to issues of consumerism and contentment. Most Americans find themselves with a mix of
This story was originally published by Religion Unplugged. PHILADELPHIA — The Bible protects against what the U.S. surgeon general has termed an “epidemic of loneliness” as harmful to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, the American Bible Society (ABS) said in releasing its latest chapter of the 2024 State of the Bible. Bible engagement,
Trauma-informed care is increasingly influencing spiritual direction as religious leaders respond to the prevalence of spiritual trauma and abuse. Over the past decade, seminaries have incorporated these methods into clinical pastoral education, aiming to make congregations safer and more supportive spaces. Lisa Taylor, a soul-care practitioner with the CHRIS 180 Institute for Spiritual Health, emphasizes
The Biden administration announced a significant expansion of contraception access under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). A new rule will require insurance companies to cover over-the-counter (OTC) contraceptives without a prescription or additional costs. The administration introduced this measure in response to the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, aiming to improve
Congregants at Conetoe Chapel Missionary Baptist Church doubted Pastor Richard Joyner’s idea of farming for health and self-sufficiency. Conetoe, a small, predominantly Black community, lacked a grocery store and faced widespread poverty. Despite initial skepticism, Joyner’s initiative flourished, leading to the creation of the Conetoe Family Life Center in 2007. The center now produces 1,500
Before we consider Pillar #2 of the Project 2025 goals, there are a handful of really big ideas either directly mentioned in the Project 2025 policy manual or that can be directly tied to the clearly stated objectives of Pillar #1. Our dive into Pillar #1 would be incomplete if we left these out, so
Haleign Baker’s story is one of resilience and recovery. At just 22, Baker has lived through a turbulent past filled with addiction, violence, and imprisonment. Today, she finds solace at Dove Recovery House for Women, a sanctuary for women battling addictions. Sitting comfortably in an armchair, Baker reflects on her chaotic childhood, marked by domestic
Project 2025 is built around four foundational pillars that aim to reshape the American government and society according to conservative values. These pillars include: “Restoring the Family as the Centerpiece of American Life,” which focuses on promoting traditional family structures; “Dismantling the Administrative State,” which seeks to limit the power of federal agencies; “Defending Sovereignty,
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