America is saying goodbye to a president whose spiritual life presents an extraordinary paradox.
American Christianity: change and decay
Market-driven Christianity has boomed in the U.S. but now it is beginning to bust.
Obama’s forgotten plan to reduce abortions
And what its failure teaches us about our broken politics.
Controversial megapastor Bishop Eddie Long dies from cancer
Bishop Eddie L. Long built New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, one of the most prominent ministries in the nation, if not the world.
As nation observes MLK Day, blacks perceive a callous rival in Trump’s feud
Days before his inauguration, President-elect Donald J. Trump is engaged in a high-profile feud with some of the country’s most prominent African-American leaders, setting off anger in a constituency already wary of him after a contentious presidential campaign.
How Donald Trump is bringing Billy Graham’s complicated family back into White House circles
As Graham’s son, Franklin, prepares to participate in the inauguration of Donald Trump, the views among Billy Graham’s descendants reflect tensions that have flared anew with the election over the proper role of Christianity in public life.
How Kirk Franklin is pushing the boundaries of gospel
Blending secular sounds with an uplifting devotional message, the artist aims to “make God famous” through his music.
McDonald’s next to Vatican to offer free meals to the homeless
A McDonald’s opening in the shadow of St. Peter’s Basilica is to offer free meals to the homeless in a move aimed at defusing controversy over the fast-food restaurant.
When the dream gets a bit dreamy
On the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King’s “Beyond Vietnam” speech.