Died: Joel Belz, Founder of World Magazine
A “newspaper man at heart,” he believed Christians needed “sound journalism, grounded in facts and biblical truth.”
175 Leaders Urge U.S. Support in Christianity’s Historical Heartland; Egyptian Churches Not So Sure
Middle East Christians appreciate prayers, but political action brings mixed feelings.
Dave Ramsey, Megan McArdle, and Jesus
‘The Atlantic’ blogger’s new-found appreciation for the evangelical finance guru forgets his inspiration.
Priest Must Decide Between Episcopal Priesthood and Islam
Also: Did God smite Evan Almighty? Should police make arrests during church services? And other stories from online sources around the world.
Dobson, Others Seek Ouster of NAE Vice President
Interim president Leith Anderson says he supports Richard Cizik’s work on creation care.
Benedict XVI Tests Brazil’s Religious Climate
Also: Bishops clarify Mugabe statements, a priest-imam soccer game is cancelled, the spanking debate resumes, and more.
‘Christianity in America Won’t Survive Another Decade’
Plus: The GOP’s evangelical erosion, political Pentecostals, a bunch of commas, and other stories from online sources around the world.
Weblog Bonus: Three Dozen Editorials on Intelligent Design, But Only One Opinion
Plus: Tex. District approves Bible curriculum, the last of the 2005 Christmas wars, and many other stories from online sources around the world.
Three More Nigerian Cities Burn in Muslim-Christian Violence
Plus: Silver Ring Thing loses federal funding, IRS issues report on tax-exempt politicking, and other stories from online sources around the world.
Charles Marsh on Evangelicals’ ‘Mistaken Loyalty’
Plus: Police fire on Ethiopian Christian festival, Christian Coalition sued for unpaid bill, Baptist church with gay ministry disfellowshiped, and other stories from online sources around the world.