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April (Web-only) 2012

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The Raven

Edgar Allan Poe may have pioneered "horror" stories, but he probably never envisioned this.

Both Chastity and Contraception: A Sacred Compromise

Churches discussing contraception with singles isn't about giving up. It's about being in a relationship with them.

The Five-Year Engagement

A funny and moralistic romantic comedy that almost gets marriage right.

The Pirates! Band of Misfits

The creators of 'Wallace and Gromit' take to the high seas for an outrageous family comedy.

Q & A: Nikki Haley on Faith, the 'War on Women,' and Why She Would Say No to VP

The governor of South Carolina doesn't wear faith on her sleeve, but she's open about her Sikh to Christianity conversion.

Million Dollar Man

Playing a rock legend in 'Million Dollar Quartet' has been a blast for actor Shaun Whitley.

Why Churches Shouldn't Push Contraceptives to Their Singles

Reducing abortion is a noble and urgent goal. This is the wrong way to do it.

Daughters of the Sexual Revolution: Why the Hook-up Culture Is Sexist

A culture of casual sex frustrates our young women's pursuit of happy, enduring relationships. A review of 'Girls Uncovered.'

Kony 2012 and the Golden Rule: How Do 'We' Tell 'Their' Story?

Six principles for communicating Christians.

Phil Madeira: 'Hymns for the Rest of Us'

The veteran musician on his new album, 'Christian' music, and a wandering spiritual journey. PLUS: Review of 'Mercyland.'

One Silver Needle

Blunderbuss

The Body Wins

One G1rl Can Change the World

Chuck Colson and the Conscience of a Hatchet-Man

What's behind the snarky obituaries and media retrospectives infuriating many Christians.

What Egypt's Leading Islamist Presidential Candidate Thinks About Christians

An exclusive interview with former Muslim Brotherhood leader Abdel-Moneim Abol Fotoh.

Q & A: Karl Rove on Chuck Colson's Influence

President Bush's deputy chief of staff explains the former Nixon adviser's widespread impact.

Remembering Charles Colson, a Man Transformed

The real story of how "Nixon's hatchet man" ended up in, out, and back in prison (and the White House), shaping a movement in the process.

Evangelical Leader Chuck Colson Dead at 80

The infamous convicted Nixon adviser became famous for prison reform, evangelical-Catholic dialogue, and his Christian worldview.

Voice of the Martyrs' Tom White's Death an Apparent Suicide Following Molestation Investigation

Leader of prominent persecution ministry was being investigated by police on allegations of molesting a young girl.

Interview: Why Jane Goodall Thinks Chimps May Have Souls

The world's foremost expert says chimpanzees may even have a kind of spiritual awareness.

The Ceasefire Prayer Behind Leymah Gbowee's Nobel Peace Prize

How faith led to a Nobel Peace Prize winner's push for reconciliation.

Chimpanzee

A lush film with an adorable young star is slightly marred by cheesy narration. PLUS: Expert Jane Goodall says chimps may have souls.

The Lucky One

They're still making movies out of Nicholas Sparks novels. But nothing as good as 'The Notebook,' including this drivel.

Darling Companion

In search of a missing canine, the film itself wanders more than its characters.

Fool on a Tightrope

The once-wayward son of a famous evangelist recounts his precarious passage into adulthood.

Q & A: Andrew Palau on the Life of a Fool

In a prodigal son-like story, the son of famed evangelist Luis Palau explains how he went from apathy to doing evangelism with his father.

The New Conversion: Why We 'Become Christians' Differently Today

Evangelicals are undergoing a sea change understanding when it comes to this pivotal moment in the believer's life.

Andrew Sullivan Says Forget the Church. That's Like Saying Forget Grace.

Why Christianity is a many splendored thing

Jars of Clay: Why Tour? Why Now?

Frontman Dan Haseltine gives a thought-provoking reply to what may seem like a simple question.

Rebel Transmission

Love Come To Life

The End Is Where We Begin

Big Band

1961

In the Time of Gods

The Cabin in the Woods

A clever, original and ambitious thrill ride that blows the roof off the movie you think it is.

Bully

A powerful documentary about bullying shows the tragic pain, but doesn't go much further.

What the Gospel Has to Say about the California Christian College Shooting

A Korean seminarian reflects on last week's shooting at Oikos University.

'Clean Up. Or Die.' A Q & A With Touchback’s Brian Presley

So doctors told the actor after years of abusing alcohol. He chose the former.

'Blue Like Jazz': Becoming Donald Miller

Marshall Allman plays the author in the upcoming film adaptation of the famous book.

Obama Emphasizes Faith at Q, Easter Events

More Americans say the administration is unfriendly to religion as the President hosts annual Easter prayer breakfast, speaks to the Q conference.

Slipstream

No Doubt of Sunshine

A Wasteland Companion

The Good Life

Seven Point Eight . . .

Thomas Kinkade, 'Painter of Light,' Has Died Suddenly at 54 (Updated)

The artist's family said in a statement that his death appeared to be from natural causes.

We Have a Pope

A newly elected pope doesn't quite make it to the balcony in this muddled comedy-drama.

Chuck Colson in Critical Condition after Surgery (Updated: Family is Gathered with Colson)

The Prison Fellowship founder fell ill at a conference after having an intracerebral hemorrhage.

Scholars Aim to Bust Archaeological Fantasies

Peer review can take years—but academic society says some claims can be dismissed in a few blog posts.

He's Calling For Elijah! Why We Still Mishear Jesus

"My God, My God, why have you forsaken me" was a cry of vindication, not despair.

Changed

The Fourth Wall

Open Your Doors

I Win

Dangerous

Into the Glorious

Heartache to Hope

You Don't Have to Quit to Find Life-Giving Work

Even if you don't like your job, you have a calling to serve God and others.

Google Brings Churches Back into Nonprofit Program

Company quietly changes year-old guidelines.

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