Recent quotes on sex ed., church receptionists, and Bible stories.

How we use the Web for better ministry.

Time does the atonement, Newsweek looks at pastors' porn, and The New Yorker breaks the bone box.

Unveiling is a commendable debut novel.

How I entered George MacDonald's world

Jewish and Christian celebrations this week aren't just springtime rituals.

Talking about the real Jesus is a dangerous thing.

Confessions of a wordsmith.

Churches attempt to overcome constitutional stalemate

This pastor's ambitious goal—three hours in prayer daily—is inspiring and a little irritating.

Plus: The new Gospel Music Channel, Iraq military chaplains, 11 suspects go to trial in Indonesia for attacks on Christians, and more articles from online sources around the world.

U.S. Circuit Court upholds ban on gay adoption

A full review of ABC's Jesus and Paul: The Word and the Witness

Recent discoveries in space can be cause for praise.

Outsiders say we're the status quo. Our call is to prove them wrong.

How even the worship of God can be idolatrous.

Plus: An after-Easter deluge of religion articles, including coverage of attacks on an Indonesia church, Iraq hostages, the Shroud of Turin, and the hope of Easter.

A dispatch from Calvin College's biennial event.