Category Archives: Society

My local newspaper, the Philadelphia Inquirer, does a pretty good job covering religious matters.  Today staff writer Paul Nussbaum has a good article about conservative Christian broadcasting, called Broadcasting to the choir.  Here are my three favorite lines from the article: "Evangelical programs offer a refuge from sex, violence, profanity and liberals." (emphasis mine) "TheContinue reading “Local coverage of religion”

I wonder how many bad sermons will be preached tomorrow? Tomorrow is September 11, the first time that date has fallen on a Sunday since the terrorist attack four years ago. In many churches around the country God and country will be joined, sin and terrorism (and by association, Arabs) will be joined, and middleContinue reading “Preaching on September 11”

I’ve heard and read this sentiment several times in recent days – thanking God (or his angels) for saving someone from danger or death in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.  Many people today attribute their rescue or safety to God.  God acted.  They survived. On the surface, this is a powerful statement of gratitude notContinue reading ““I thank God for saving me” – Katrina Survivor”

God of mercy, in your hands is the earth and all that is in it. We pray for the people and animals, the cities, towns, and lands that have been devastated by hurricane Katrina. Hear the cries of those who suffer; give comfort to those who have lost so much, solace to those who mourn,Continue reading “Prayer for Hurricane Katrina Victims”