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Federal Judge Dismisses LGBTQ Law Suit in Oregon

Pam3 years ago3 years ago01 mins

Last week a Federal Judge dismissed the case of LGBTQ students in Oregon who filed a lawsuit in Oregon against the Department of Education. Their claims were that religious affiliated universities weren’t protecting them against discrimination. After hearing evidence, the judge determined that the plaintiffs didn’t show enough evidence to prove they were discriminated against perTitle IX exceptions. Title IX provides protections for religious universities to hold to religious freedom and their beliefs.

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The Power of Home-Centered Gospel Learning

Loren Marks3 years ago11 months ago011 mins

When most people think of worship, it’s something happening in a chapel or church building. A deeper appreciation of worship that can also happen at home has been transformative for many families

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How the Loss of Organized Religion is Harming our Youth

Pam3 years ago3 years ago01 mins

Kevin Singer recently wrote an article for Religion Unplugged where he discusses whether spirituality could have anything to do with the mental well-being of our Gen Z population. He shares new research showing a strong connection between religiosity and emotional and mental health well-being. While the percentage of those questioned who consider themselves religious or spiritual is quite high, the number of those who belong to any kind of religion is low. Could the loss of meaning and community associated with organized religion be partially responsible for our present mental health crisis? Could organized religion be a key component to our well being? And how can church leaders, help the young recognize the mental health benefits of ongoing faithfulness?

When Misanthropes Love Humanity

Meagan Kohler3 years ago1 year ago07 mins

When compassion is measured by our social and political activism, we may unwittingly endanger our ability to find real connection as we substitute abstract love for messy, real-life relationships.

Cartoon3 years ago3 years ago01 min

The War in Ukraine and the Book of Mormon

Samuel B. Hislop3 years ago3 years ago09 mins

If President Zelenskyy sought guidance from a sacred text, would Ukraine capitulate or continue the fight?

Listening with Charity: A Conversation with Patrick Mason

Jacob Z. Hess3 years ago3 years ago041 mins

Some beginning of the year encouragement from a lively conversation with historian Patrick Mason.

Can Our Different Perspectives on Jesus Be a Strength?

M. David Huston3 years ago1 year ago012 mins

Our inclination in a conflicted America is to see any significant difference as a potential threat. The New Testament can remind us not to overlook the value of competing views on even the most important question of all.

Where Have All the Truth Tellers Gone?

Benjamin Pacini3 years ago2 years ago012 mins

Proposing a New Year’s Resolution better than “Don’t Gaslight.”

Why Jesus?

Public Square Staff3 years ago3 years ago07 mins

Do we really need to be saved? That’s a question we’re hearing from more and more people. And it’s an important one to take seriously as we enter a brand new year.

Patterns in Stories of Lasting Healing from Depression

Jacob Z. Hess3 years ago2 years ago023 mins

What can we learn from people who find deeper and more lasting healing from depression? A whole lot, it turns out. Introducing an in-depth examination of themes across stories of sustainable healing from depression.

Living as the Angels Do

Warner Woodworth3 years ago3 years ago015 mins

Even with so much suffering around us, I rejoice to have witnessed much suffering tangibly relieved by real-life, creative ministries to the poor. What more is still possible?