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Charles Colson: Defender of the Weak, Hugger of Lepers, Friend of Sinners, Christian Intellectual

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Dispatch

Charles Colson: Defender of the Weak, Hugger of Lepers, Friend of Sinners, Christian Intellectual

The head of Prison Fellowship wore many hats before his April 21 death.

David Neff

Religious Freedom

Marketing Martyrs: Does Iranian Pastor's Theology Impact Advocacy on His Behalf?

Youcef Nadarkhani's beliefs raises strategic questions.

Ken Walker

When Our Sexual Stories Go Off the Christian Map

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From Her.meneutics

When Our Sexual Stories Go Off the Christian Map

Amy Frykholm's 'See Me Naked' tells the stories of nine Christians (including the author) struggling to reconcile their sexuality and their beliefs.

Rachel Marie Stone

Under Discussion
Should Churches Halt Missions Trips to Mexico?
Observers weigh in.
Compiled by Ruth Moon

Who's Next
Helping Urbana Find Its Voice
Nikki Toyama-Szeto diversifies Intervarsity's student conference.
Elissa Cooper

This Is Our City
Culture Making Amid Cancer: The Choices That Suffering Makes Possible
Without getting breast cancer at age 27, would I have reached out to that Somali family on the subway?
Sarah Thebarge
From CT Entertainment
The Choir's Steve Hindalong: Celebrating Sobriety
A Christian music veteran discusses a new album and his long-time struggle with alcohol.
Dave Urbanski
From CT Entertainment
New Music reviews:
The Choir, mewithoutYou, Superstar Runner, and Lisa Marie Presley
This Is Our City
Bolder As I Got Balder: How God Used Breast Cancer to Give Me Courage
A cancer diagnosis inspired Kim Newlen to create something beautiful for other women.
Nathan Clarke
From Her.meneutics
Time's Breast-Feeding Cover Adds Fuel to the Mommy Wars
Why Christians, of all people, must call a truce and support moms—no matter their parenting style.
Elrena Evans
Speaking Out
How Mitt Romney Could Pitch Himself as Mormon Freedom Fighter
The Republican presidential candidate can appeal to evangelicals by standing against global persecution.
Judd Birdsall

Court: Colorado Day of Prayer Is Unconstitutional
Governors’ proclamations 'undermine the premise' that believers and nonbelievers are served equally, Colorado Court of Appeals rules.
Is Church Charitable Enough For Property Tax Exemption?
Maine church says yes; City of Rockland says no.
Can Homeless Shelter Qualify As A Church?
Community Inn says yes; City of Lexington says no.
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When Our Sexual Stories Go Off the Christian Map
Amy Frykholm's 'See Me Naked' tells the stories of nine Christians (including the author) struggling to reconcile their sexuality and their beliefs.
How to Smartly Engage with the Young Doubters in Your Midst
Six ways to support those questioning the faith.
Time’s Breast-Feeding Cover Adds Fuel to the Mommy Wars
Why Christians, of all people, must call a truce and support moms—no matter their parenting style.
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Obama Campaign Taps Young Adviser, Michael Wear, for Faith Outreach
A 23-year-old executive assistant in the White House faith-based office will head the campaign's faith outreach.
After Meeting with Black Southern Baptists, Richard Land Apologizes Again over Trayvon Martin Comments
The Southern Baptist leader said he has sent a personal letter to President Obama seeking forgiveness.
Some Express Concern over Exclusivity in Politics and Prayer
Who was involved in National Day of Prayer events?
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'God Bless America' . . . With a Bang
Bullet points from Bobcat Goldthwait’s new gunpowder black “comedy”
'Broadway Is Having Its First Faith Moment'
With 'Jesus Christ Superstar,' 'Godspell,' and more, marketing ramps up for people of faith
Russell Crowe to Board the Ark
Academy Award winner to play Noah in Darren Aronofsky's film of the same name
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[wednesday \| 05.16.12] Should Churches Halt Missions Trips to Mexico? Helping Urbana Find Its Voice Culture Making Amid Cancer: The Choices That Suffering Makes Possible	[tuesday \| 05.15.12] The Choir's Steve Hindalong: Celebrating Sobriety Bolder As I Got Balder: How God Used Breast Cancer to Give Me Courage Wilson's Bookmarks
[monday \| 05.14.12] How Mitt Romney Could Pitch Himself as Mormon Freedom Fighter Sensation Before Scholarship: Gospel Fragment Tantalizes Experts	[friday \| 05.11.12] Why Jerry Falwell Sr. Isn't Rolling In His Grave over Romney's Liberty Invitation How Evangelicals Have Shifted in Public Opinion on Same-Sex Marriage
[thursday \| 05.10.12] Private Faith and Public Policy: Where Obama and Santorum Agree Why You Should Eavesdrop on Your Neighbors Supreme Court Decision on Religion Upends Campus Religious Groups	[wednesday \| 05.09.12] President's Evolution Is Over: Obama Commits to Supporting Same-Sex Marriage Should We Stop Child Placement Programs if We're Required to Work with Same-Sex Couples? Forced Out: Pastors' Fight and Flight Letters to the Editor

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