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🌎 Young people at Bethel church still seek the spirit, despite scandals


September 05, 2026

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‘She never retreated’: Women of color say Gloria Steinem leaves a legacy of inclusive feminism

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton got Gloria Steinem’s endorsement in her bid for U.S. Senate. But that’s not what matters to her about the feminist icon, who died this week at the age of 92. “She inspired me not just because of what she did that was...


More than 40 church members missing after Nepal disaster

More than 40 members of Churches of Christ are among the 4,600 people missing after a tidal wave of muddy water, earth and rock devastated communities along the Nepal-Tibet border. A team of church members from Nepal and Alabama could...


Visa change clears way for Brazilian pastor’s Texas return

Albert Oliveira is back in the pulpit of his Texas pastorate after having voluntarily returned to his Brazilian homeland in late 2025 before his visa expired. Previously, he and his family were required to remain in Brazil a year before reapplying for a...


Young people at Bethel church still seek the spirit, despite scandals

“Cast out the spirit of suicide, Lord!” A congregant’s voice sailed over the loud, ambient keyboard and clear, emotion-laden vocals leading worship at a full Sunday evening service in early August. Seated near the back, his words could be heard...


The Mormon Church’s secretive real estate kingdom is growing steadily

While Mormon temples may be a common sight in many cities across the United States, the average American might not realize how much land is owned by the Mormon Church. Using a largely obscure real estate company, the church has...



FROM FAITH ON VIEW

Why Does Jesus Need a PR guy?

I teach a class called Art and Christian Faith. We talk about a lot of issues in that class that live at the intersection of art, the church, and culture more broadly. The class is based on readings and discussion, so it can head in all sorts of directions...


Beauty and More: A Systematic Approach to Reconciling Aesthetic Categories

For years, I have processed some of my aesthetic ideas here on Faith on View. I began discussing these ideas with the essays On The Beautiful, The Sublime, The Pretty, and the Ugly & Distinguishing between the Pretty and the Beautiful. When I...


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COMMENTARY

Trump has been the ultimate Christian defender — except on one critical issue

President Donald Trump was elected with strong support from conservative evangelicals like me — and most of us praise God that he has so boldly defended Christianity. He’s turned the tide on unbiblical gender ideologies that led to men...


Religious Liberty for All

In late June, Donald Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission released a 224-page report on the state of religious freedom in America. Ironically, this document, which is supposed to defend religious freedom for all Americans, is exclusive. It also...


Were the young Ephesian widows gossiping?

In 1 Timothy 5:11-15, Paul addresses the issue of young single women in the church at Ephesus who were shunning marriage. These women are called “widows” in English translations, but the Greek word chēra used here can refer to a woman...


The Best Film Ever?

Nineteen sixty-six was great for movies, and six decades later, the five nominated for Best Picture at the thirty-ninth Academy Awards the following year are all still worth watching: Alfie; A Man for All Seasons; The Russians Are Coming the Russians...


Caring for Aging Parents

Brian Parks reminds us that pastors, like every other church member, have a responsibility to care for aging parents. This is an important way that we honor our father and mother, and it’s a great example to set for other elders and church...


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GOOD NEWS

Boy, 13, to swim English Channel with friends

A 13-year-old boy is preparing to swim the English Channel as part of a charity relay with other students from his school. Will, from Cheddleton in Staffordshire, said his training had been going "really well" and he was excited about taking part. Over...


The Critical Importance of Christian Higher Education

Across the United States, students and their families are questioning the value of higher education. They want to know whether a college education will prepare graduates for meaningful work, financial stability and a solid future. These...


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