Problems associated with racism have often been the result of ill-conceived notions about nation and divine favor. Moreover, consumers of popular music have often associated blues and rock ‘n’ roll with evil. Although the culture wars created public debates (and fears) which focused on perceived connections between pop music and the Devil, none came close … Continue reading »
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NEWS: Anne Rice Leaves Christianity to Follow Jesus
Amid the complexity (and tumult) that is the history of American Christianity, conflict over what is essential to Christian identity dies hard. The Salem witch trials, the Scopes Monkey Trial, Roe v. Wade, and the ongoing debate over “family values” are all part of the larger evangelical legacy. While evangelicals also have a separate history … Continue reading »
NEWS: Rick Warren, Evangelicals, and Dissent
Evangelical Christians have been a prominent force in American culture for many years. While evangelicals remain influential, particularly when one considers political allegiance and popular media, this particular version of Christianity has also been studied and questioned by scholars, media personalities, and authors. Frank Schaeffer, son of evangelical apologist Francis Schaeffer, takes the evangelical world … Continue reading »
NEWS: “The [Supermarket] Empire Strikes Back”
When Daniel Jones went shopping in his local supermarket, he was approached by three members of staff and asked to either remove his religious attire or leave the store. Despite his protestations that what he was wearing was a fundamental and necessary element of his faith, the store would not back down. Indeed, Mr Jones … Continue reading »
NEWS: ‘Unwinding History’: Reclaiming the Swastika
A BBC Asian Network report has raised the contentious and emotive issue of the swastika. Using the experience of DJ Nerm, who has a swastika tattooed on his inner lip, the article explores the symbol’s history. Although, for many the swastika has only one horrific association, that of Nazism, it is important to note the … Continue reading »
