One State Under Whose God?
Despite the grip of conservative Christianity on Texas politics, religion here has always contained multitudes, a new work of history shows.
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Pastor’s Admitted Child Sex Abuse Roils Hotbed of Christian Nationalism
But some Texas Republicans, who’ve campaigned on ostensibly protecting children from sexualization, are conspicuously quiet.
Mourning Migrants—with the Military’s Permission
In Eagle Pass, the faithful gather in a state-occupied park to recognize fallen migrants.
The Lost Promise of Refuge Ranch
Christian activists brought concerns about sex trafficking to prominence in Texas and then failed the survivors they sought to help.
No Path to Redemption for Devout Death Row Inmates
Texas offers religious education to the condemned but rarely values spiritual growth when considering clemency requests.
Charlatans, False Prophets and Flimflammers
A veteran NPR reporter tells all about his misadventures covering religion in America.
A Border Crossing with the Devil
Hail Mary, which premiered at this year’s SXSW Film Festival, reframes the immigration crisis through a supernatural, biblical lens.
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‘He Gets Us’ Ad Sponsors Don’t Believe in the Jesus They’re Selling
The campaign's "gentle savior" image is cynically designed to attract those who are normally repelled by their right-wing views.
The New Children’s Crusade: Recruiting for America’s Culture War
Powerful interests are sending Texas youth out to do battle against LGBTQ+ people, abortion, and progressive causes.
A Question with No Easy Answers
Brian McLaren's book "Do I Stay Christian?" challenges the faithful to examine the harm caused by modern religion.