What is Christian nationalism?
In a Christian Chronicle Q&A, scholars discuss the trend and its impact on Churches of Christ. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle Since President Donald Trump’s election in 2016, Christian nationalism has been a subject of much discussion and debate. The Washington Post reported this week that Trump’s four years in office have sparked a rise of “Patriot Churches.” To help readers better understand the subject, The Christian Chronicle asked three scholars … Continue reading What is Christian nationalism?
Board replaces Bruce McLarty as president of Harding University
Former longtime president David Burks will return to that role as a search process is launched. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle Amid declining enrollment and budgetary concerns that prompted recent cutbacks, Harding University in Searcy, Ark., is replacing Bruce McLarty as its president, effective Nov. 30. As McLarty retires, David Burks, Harding’s chancellor and former longtime president, will return to the president’s role Dec. … Continue reading Board replaces Bruce McLarty as president of Harding University
No anti-Catholic sequel: Democrats avoid the dogma at Barrett’s hearings
By Bobby Ross Jr. | Religion Unplugged Editor’s note: Every Friday, “Weekend Plug-In” features analysis, fact checking and top headlines from the world of faith. Got feedback or ideas for this column? Email Bobby Ross Jr. at therossnews@gmail.com. (ANALYSIS) This time, the Democrats avoided the dogma. Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett’s faith was a big focus going into this week’s Senate Judicial Committee hearings. In advance of the confirmation … Continue reading No anti-Catholic sequel: Democrats avoid the dogma at Barrett’s hearings
An eternal difference
Fifty years after the White’s Ferry Road School of Preaching’s founding, its legacy endures. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle I remember the pink JOY buses that brought all the little children — “red and yellow, black and white” — to worship. I remember the campaigns where we passed out gospel flyers during the day and sang verse after verse of “Just As … Continue reading An eternal difference
Jesus and Wi-Fi: Alaska church helps students during pandemic
Technology and tutoring benefit neighborhood children focused on virtual learning. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle When public schools in Alaska’s capital of Juneau moved to virtual classes because of the COVID-19 pandemic, some students were put in a dire learning situation. While the school district and Alaska Native organizations provided tablet computers, poorer children couldn’t access lessons because they lack home internet. Related: 50 years … Continue reading Jesus and Wi-Fi: Alaska church helps students during pandemic
‘Zoombombing’ lesson: Racist attack on church highlights online security concerns
A North Carolina congregation wanted to be seeker friendly during COVID-19, but then came internet trolls hurling slurs. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle Even as her home congregation worships virtually, Nikki Murphy still likes to dress up for the Sunday service. On a typical Lord’s Day during the COVID-19 pandemic, her sister Jamie Gadson comes over. The two put on makeup before connecting the … Continue reading ‘Zoombombing’ lesson: Racist attack on church highlights online security concerns
Double standard? Religion figures differently in news of Ginsburg and Barrett
By Bobby Ross Jr. | Religion Unplugged Editor’s note: Every Friday, “Weekend Plug-In” features analysis, fact checking and top headlines from the world of faith. Got feedback or ideas for this column? Email Bobby Ross Jr. at therossnews@gmail.com. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death and President Donald Trump’s plan to nominate a replacement before the election dominated the week’s headlines. Beyond the politics, questions arose over whether journalists applied … Continue reading Double standard? Religion figures differently in news of Ginsburg and Barrett
Abortion vs. character
In the Trump-Biden race, which issue matters more to Christian voters? By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle For Connor McDaniel, one issue ranks as most important in the 2020 presidential race. Abortion. “There are few people of character/integrity in politics,” said McDaniel, a member of the Bremen Church of Christ in Georgia. “The same way we go to (a department store) and buy clothes made with … Continue reading Abortion vs. character
Why these 21st century David Lipscombs won’t vote for Trump or Biden
Turned off by divisive politics, some Christians see wisdom in the late Gospel Advocate editor’s hands-off approach to government. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle David Lipscomb, an influential leader in Churches of Christ from the Civil War until World War I, urged Christians to refrain from voting and participation in civil government. More than a century after the Tennessee preacher’s death, his approach to Caesar … Continue reading Why these 21st century David Lipscombs won’t vote for Trump or Biden
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