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Philly clergy build an altar outside of ICE headquarters, demanding return of church protection from immigration arrests
PHILADELPHIA — Clergy from across Philadelphia erected an altar in front of ICE headquarters on Thursday, decorating it with fruit, flowers and crosses in a prayerful protest against the Trump administration’s decision to let agents make immigration arrests in churches.
The demonstration spilled off the sidewalk and onto Eighth Street in ...Read more

The God Squad: Marrying for love
In this season of sacred holidays for Judaism (Passover), Christianity (Easter), Islam (Ramadan) and Hinduism (Holi) it seems to me like a good time to face the challenges of interfaith dialogue on a deeply personal level.
What are we to do when the challenges of understanding the faith of our neighbor is not the result of some ...Read more

Why do many Christians come off as doomsday believers when they speak of the end of the world coming?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Why do many Christians come off as doomsday believers when they speak of the end of the world coming? While I don’t disagree that the world is in absolute chaos, isn’t this a negative way to present religion? – D.D.
A: The Bible tells us that the state of the world will grow darker as we near...Read more
What is the main theme of the First Corinthians?
A) Repentance and forgiveness
B) God's justice and righteousness
C) Unity, holiness, and spiritual maturity in the church
D) The establishment of the kingdom of God
Who were the two sons of Adam and Eve?
A) Cain and Abel
B) Jacob and Esau
C) Isaac and Ishmael
D) David and Solomon

Republicans push divisive 'religious liberty' bill through Georgia Legislature
ATLANTA — After a decade of fierce debate, Georgia approved one of the most divisive bills in recent state history by passing a “religious liberty” measure that supporters say protects faith-based beliefs from government overreach and critics decry as a license to discriminate.
Republicans muscled the initiative through the Georgia House ...Read more

Va. General Assembly grounded to halt in apparent conflict over judicial nominee's religion
RICHMOND, Va. — The General Assembly started about two hours late at its reconvened session Wednesday because of an apparent discord over a judicial nomination for a Virginia Beach court.
The drama started when the confirmations, expected to be passed in both chambers quickly, ground to a halt, apparently over conflict surrounding Aaron Kass,...Read more

What is the true meaning of Easter?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Largely the world recognizes the Easter holiday but few understand its significance. My neighbor says that Easter is about forgiveness of sin but my co-worker says it is all about God’s love. Which is it? – E.S.
A: Christ died for one reason – because of God’s hatred of sin and His deep ...Read more
What is the famous passage in First Corinthians that addresses the proper use of spiritual gifts in the church?
A) 1 Corinthians 3:1-9
B) 1 Corinthians 11:17-34
C) 1 Corinthians 12:1-31
D) 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
What is the primary author of the Book of Isaiah?
A) Isaiah
B) Jeremiah
C) Ezekiel
D) Daniel

Majorities across most faith groups in poll say abortion should be legal -- except these 4
A majority of people in most religious traditions support abortion being legal in the U.S., as do most Americans, a new poll found.
However, four major religious groups — Hispanic Protestants, Latter-day Saints, white evangelical Protestants and Jehovah’s Witnesses — for the most part believe abortion should be illegal, according to an ...Read more

Commentary: Finding common ground in America's religious realignment
In a moment defined by fracture and division, a surprising development has emerged in America's religious landscape. The decades-long decline of Christianity is leveling off.
According to new research from the Pew Research Center, the share of Americans identifying as Christian has stabilized at around 62% — a dramatic shift from previous ...Read more

Should education and sports be considered as important as they seem to be?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Education and sports are two things in society that seem to dictate lifestyle. Why is this so important; and if it is, should it be? I struggle to help my children choose what they should give their time to and whether it is important to go to a religious school versus a secular one. Many religious ...Read more
What is the famous passage in Revelation that describes the cosmic battle between the dragon (Satan) and the woman (representing the people of God)?
A) Revelation 1:1-8
B) Revelation 4:1-11
C) Revelation 12:1-17
D) Revelation 21:1-8
What is the famous passage in Lamentations that describes the Lord's mercy?
A) Lamentations 1:1-5
B) Lamentations 3:22-23
C) Lamentations 4:1-2
D) Lamentations 5:1-7

Should I “fight, fight, fight” to hold my marriage together?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: My wife and I are experiencing a great tragedy as we consider divorce after 35 years of marriage. I was impressed to watch our new president declare a fighting spirit to overcome the possibility of losing our nation’s freedom. Should I “fight, fight, fight” to hold my marriage together, or ...Read more
What was the name of the prophet who rebuked David for his sin with Bathsheba?
A) Samuel
B) Nathan
C) Elijah
D) Elisha
What was the name of the judge who was the son of Gideon and who killed his 70 brothers?
A) Abimelech
B) Othniel
C) Ehud
D) Shamgar
What is the famous passage in Jude that encourages believers to build themselves up in their faith and to pray in the Holy Spirit?
A) Jude 1:1-6
B) Jude 1:7-13
C) Jude 1:14-19
D) Jude 1:20-25
What was the name of the skin disease that caused a person to be declared unclean?
A) Leprosy
B) Psoriasis
C) Eczema
D) Hives
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