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July 21, 1773: Pope Clement XIV dissolves the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), which was founded in 1534. Clement did not condemn the Society, but explained it was an administrative move for the peace of the church. Pius VII restored the society in 1814.
July 21, 1925: Biology teacher John T. Scopes is fined $100 for teaching evolution. He lost his trial, but because of it fundamentalists lost respect (see issue 55: The Monkey Trial and The Rise of Fundamentalism).
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Denominational leaders say the latest weakening of protections for minority voters is discouraging but not cause for despair.
An influential academic theory says anti-Black racism won’t change. As it trickles into popular culture, the church should be ready to respond.
The harsh reality shows us our depths of depravity and the depth of Christ’s redemption.
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A Pakistani pastor who baptized several of the victims continues shepherding church members living under Taliban rule.
Public Theology Project
Russell Moore on the mid-level choices that perplex us.
In our age-segregated society, I’m grateful for the elder saints who counsel and invest in my children.
CT emphasized diverse views in ongoing discussions in 1983.
The Russell Moore Show
McKay Coppins spent one year and $10,000 of The Atlantic’s money to find out the truth about sports betting.