Podcasts about Nones

It feels weird to call yourself a “None,” but according to demographers, that's what I am: one of millions of Americans who understand themselves as “religiously unaffiliated.” That means atheists, agnostics, and people who answer “nothing in particular” when asked if they practice a religion. Today, Nones make up 28% of the U.S. population — up from 16% in 2007. But just because you're religiously unaffiliated doesn't mean you don't want some of the things that often come with religion: ritual, community, ethics, care. So what does that look like? How do we find it while also avoiding culty wellness s**t? Fellow None (and atheist Jew) Vanessa Zoltan, who's currently teaching a class at Harvard on spiritual care for the non-religious, is here to help answer all your questions. (Also note: this one's for Nones and Non-Nones, people with a lot of religious experience and people with very little, people repelled by religion and people hungry for it. It might not seem like something in your wheelhouse, but if you're interested, broadly, in ideas about friends, community, how to have serious conversations, and why people get really really into Crossfit, you're going to love it) Join the ranks of paid subscribers and get bonus content, access to the discussion threads, ad-free episodes, and the knowledge that you're supporting an indie pod trying to make its way in the world. If you're already a subscriber-- thank you! Join us in the discussion thread for this episode! Got a question or idea for a future episode? Visit culturestudypod.substack.com To hear more, visit culturestudypod.substack.com

My blogs titled “The Labyrinth of Light” and “The Labyrinth of Darkness”.Find more at https://timharner.com

My blogs titled “Places of Worship—Following the Way of Jesus” and “St. Francis of Assisi Made the Way of Jesus Great Again”.Find more at https://timharner.com

Nesse episódio do Lombada, reunimos o multiartista J. Cunha e o designer Rodrigo Rosm em uma conversa sobre design, ancestralidade e espiritualidade. Natural de Salvador, J.Cunha foi responsável pela criação da identidade visual do bloco Ilê Aiyê, considerado o primeiro bloco afro do país. O carioca Rodrigo Rosm é artista e editor, além de designer, e criou o curso livre chamado "Negritude no fio da História do Design". Lombada é uma produção original do Clube do Livro do Design. Esta temporada foi realizada com o apoio da KUYA - Centro de Design do Ceará, espaço que integra a Rede Pública de Equipamentos Culturais da Secretaria da Cultura do Ceará (Secult), gerido em parceria com o Instituto Mirante de Cultura e Arte. Ao longo dos quatro episódios dessa temporada, você vai acompanhar discussões que ampliam os temas abordados no Festival KUYA de Design Sul-Americano, realizado em setembro de 2024.  

My blogs “The Way of Jesus: The Truth of Christmas” and “The Way of Jesus: The Truth of Easter”.Find more at https://timharner.com

The Nones, that large demographic of those who have given up on institutional religion, have been the focus of a lot of scholarship and discussion. In this episode we have a conversation with Stephen Bradford Long, a friend and previous guest, who has shared his journey into The Satanic Temple. In this new conversation he discusses his ongoing journey, moving beyond TST to other areas of spirituality. Stephen's links: https://stephenbradfordlong.com/ https://substack.com/@stephenbradfordlong   Previous episodes on The Nones: https://youtu.be/pFF8W_yvw1k?si=BN-D8FQWBaNGV_Ut https://youtu.be/gbynKIV6KOA?si=y5KfJPmx8ub0fg0J You can listen to Multifaith Matters on your favorite podcast platform, including Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and iHeart Radio. Learn more about our work at https://www.multifaithmatters.org. Support this work: One-time donation: https://multifaithmatters.org/donate Become my patron: https://patron.podbean.com/johnwmorehead #Nones #StephenBradfordLong

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the recent release of Pew Research Center's Religious Landscape Study. Last conducted in 2014, the 2023-24 study surveyed more than 35,000 Americans concerning their religious affiliations, their beliefs, and their practices. It is simply the largest and most significant study of its kind in terms of getting a snapshot of where our country is on all things spirituality and religion, and the current health of the American Church. The findings go far beyond what some of the headlines from this study would suggest. Episode Links Dr. White released a recent blog on this topic titled “The Stall of the Nones” - the “nones” being the group who identifies as having no religious affiliation. Their numbers have been rising for decades, yet seem to have reached a leveling-off point. (We'd encourage you to check out his book on this subject that was discussed in today's episode titled The Rise of the Nones.) Dr. White mentioned a recent New York Times article titled “Christianity's Decline in U.S. Appears to Have Halted, Major Study Shows” which latches onto that finding from the study. The more notable takeaway from the study that seems to have been overlooked is the fact that the number of people who would identify as Christian continues to decline - from 78% in 2007 to 62% in 2024. That decline is stunning. As Dr. White noted from the Christianity Today article titled “Pew: America Is Spiritual but Not Religious,” six people have left Christianity for every one who has joined. That is certainly not sustainable. Dr. White stressed the importance of reaching the younger generations for Jesus, and the fact that a solid children's ministry is a vitally important component. He wrote a blog on this topic titled “The Most Important Sub-Ministry In Your Church” that would be worth reading if you missed it. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

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My blogs “The Way of Jesus: The Truth” and “Spreading Light and Overcoming Darkness the Way of Jesus”.Find more at https://timharner.com

We celebrate the fact that Pew reports 43 percent of young adults are nonreligious, and that overall the "Nones" (nonreligious) are larger than any religious denomination. Mandisa Thomas, founder and president of Black Nonbelievers, tells us about the upcoming Revival of Reason conference in Atlanta. Then, we speak with public-health expert Professor Patrick L. Remington, who is on the board of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's "Morbidity and Mortality Weekly," about the dangers that religion and the right-wing administration pose to the work of the CDC.

My blogs “The Way of Jesus: You Can't Get There from Here” and “Finding Earbuds”.Find more at https://timharner.com

.From: American Atheist.Org Atheism is one thing: A lack of belief in gods. Atheism is not an affirmative belief that there is no god nor does it answer any other question about what a person believes. It is simply a rejection of the assertion that there are gods. Atheism is too often defined incorrectly as a belief system. To be clear: Atheism is not a disbelief in gods or a denial of gods; it is a lack of belief in gods. Older dictionaries define atheism as “a belief that there is no God.” Clearly, theistic influence taints these definitions. The fact that dictionaries define Atheism as “there is no God” betrays the (mono)theistic influence. Without the (mono)theistic influence, the definition would at least read “there are no gods.” Atheism is not a belief system nor is it a religion. While there are some religions that are atheistic (certain sects of Buddhism, for example), that does not mean that atheism is a religion. To put it in a more humorous way: If atheism is a religion, then not collecting stamps is a hobby. Despite the fact that atheism is not a religion, atheism is protected by many of the same Constitutional rights that protect religion. That, however, does not mean that atheism is itself a religion, only that our sincerely held (lack of) beliefs are protected in the same way as the religious beliefs of others. Similarly, many “interfaith” groups will include atheists. This, again, does not mean that atheism is a religious belief. Some groups will use words like Agnostic, Humanist, Secular, Bright, Freethinker, or any number of other terms to self identify. Those words are perfectly fine as a self-identifier, but we strongly advocate using the word that people understand: Atheist. Don't use those other terms to disguise your atheism or to shy away from a word that some think has a negative connotation. We should be using the terminology that is most accurate and that answers the question that is actually being asked. We should use the term that binds all of us together. If you call yourself a humanist, a freethinker, a bright, or even a “cultural Catholic” and lack belief in a god, you are an atheist. Don't shy away from the term. Embrace it.  Agnostic isn't just a “weaker” version of being an atheist. It answers a different question. Atheism is about what you believe. Agnosticism is about what you know. Not all non-religious people are atheists, but… In recent surveys, the Pew Research Center has grouped atheists, agnostics, and the “unaffiliated” into one category. The so-called “Nones” are the fastest growing “religious” demographic in the United States. Pew separates out atheists from agnostics and the non-religious, but that is primarily a function of self-identification. Only about 5% of people call themselves atheists, but if you ask about belief in gods, 11% say they do not believe in gods. Those people are atheists, whether they choose to use the word or not. A recent survey from University of Kentucky psychologists Will Gervais and Maxine Najle found that as many as 26% of Americans may be atheists. This study was designed to overcome the stigma associated with atheism and the potential for closeted atheists to abstain from “outing” themselves even when speaking anonymously to pollsters. The full study is awaiting publication in Social Psychological and Personality Science journal but a pre-print version is available here. Even more people say that their definition of “god” is simply a unifying force between all people. Or that they aren't sure what they believe. If you lack an active belief in gods, you are an atheist.  Being an atheist doesn't mean you're sure about every theological question, have answers to the way the world was created, or how evolution works. It just means that the assertion that gods exist has left you unconvinced. Wishing that there was an afterlife, or a creator god, or a specific god doesn't mean you're not an atheist. Being an atheist is about what you believe and don't believe, not about what you wish to be true or would find comforting. All atheists are different The only common thread that ties all atheists together is a lack of belief in gods. Some of the best debates we have ever had have been with fellow atheists. This is because atheists do not have a common belief system, sacred scripture or atheist Pope. This means atheists often disagree on many issues and ideas. Atheists come in a variety of shapes, colors, beliefs, convictions, and backgrounds. We are as unique as our fingerprints. Atheists exist across the political spectrum. We are members of every race. We are members of the LGBTQ* community. There are atheists in urban, suburban, and rural communities and in every state of the nation.      

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In this episode, Coach Kayla interviews Kyra Nones, who shares her plant based running story and how this journey has led to a new passion and career.

My blogs “The Way of Jesus: The Truth Overcomes Oceans of Hopeless Confusion” and “Neelix Makes Bad Choices”.Find more at https://timharner.com

My blogs “The Way of Jesus: Every Knee Should Bow” and “The Way of Jesus: A Relationship, Not a Transaction” Find more at https://timharner.com

Last March, we had the opportunity of interviewing NPR national correspondent Sarah McCammon discussing the strategy and implementation of rigid conservative values in her book The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living, and Leaving the White Evangelical Church. We are re-releasing both our conversations with Sarah in honor of the paperback release on February 18th. In this episode, we discuss the relationship between Trump and Evangelicals, the rise of religious NONES, why folks stay in EMPish (Evangelical, Mormon, Pentecostal) spaces, and grief around those who leave. Check out our advertisement for our new relationship coaching business, Let's Heal Together!

My blogs titled: “The Way of Jesus: St. Francis of Assisi” and “The Way of Jesus: The Life”. Find more at https://timharner.com

Text us your questions!Faith deconstruction has become a defining trend in American Christianity, and disagreement persists about what's driving it. In this episode, we talk with Scot McKnight and Tommy Preson Phillips about their book Invisible Jesus, which considers why so many Christians are critically re-examining their faith. Rather than treating deconstruction as a problem to be solved, they argue that it's a response to real issues—abuse of power, rigid fundamentalism, and a version of Christianity that often looks nothing like Jesus.Drawing on research from Pew, Gallup, and other studies, McKnight and Phillips unpack what people are actually saying when they step away from the faith communities they grew up in. Some leave Christianity altogether, but most are trying to rebuild something more honest and life-giving. What does it mean to lose faith in the institution but still be drawn to Jesus? And how should the church respond to that tension?This conversation is for anyone who has wrestled with doubt, walked alongside someone in deconstruction, or wondered what's next for the church in light of these shifts. Join us as we dig into what's happening, why it matters, and what a more faithful future might look like.=====Want to support us?The best way is to subscribe to our Patreon. Annual memberships are available for a 10% discount.If you'd rather make a one-time donation, you can contribute through our PayPal. Other important info: Rate & review us on Apple & Spotify Follow us on social media at @PPWBPodcast Watch & comment on YouTube Email us at pastorandphilosopher@gmail.com Cheers!

My blog “The Way of Jesus: The Truth Overcomes Oceans of Doubts” Find more at https://timharner.com

Michele Nones, Vice Presidente dell'Istituto Affari Internazionali, è stato ospite della trasmissione "Spazio Transnazionale" in onda su RadioRadicale e condotta da Francesco De Leo. Donald Trump e la NATO; il nuovo Presidente USA e l'Iron Dome per gli Stati Uniti; il budget per la spesa militare e la difesa europea: sono i temi della conversazione.

The data is clear—people are returning to church. But the bigger question is, are we ready? 'Ready for Return?' invites us to reflect on how we, as a church community, are preparing to welcome people back with open hearts and renewed purpose. This series isn't just about the church—it's about you. It's an opportunity to pour into your spiritual growth, strengthen your relationship with God, and embrace the unique role you play in His kingdom. Together, we'll prepare not just for their return, but for the spiritual renewal God is bringing to all of us. Let's get ready for what's ahead. If you liked this podcast, please like, subscribe and/or SHARE. If you would like to know more information about Canyon Springs Church in San Diego, visit http://www.canyonsprings.org Subscribe to all of our podcasts on iTunes here: http://goo.gl/h0mlhv

Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCCSj9URmUSo5YE8JyxCTDo0ESjUKZ7eZMD_SFwmbG10aAsw/viewform?usp=sharing Episode on the Nones: https://youtu.be/pBH9TTduBAE Episode on Free Will: https://youtu.be/3KEhWydyFfA Episode Man's Place in the Cosmos: https://youtu.be/uohc2aWOJbw Hell, Hades, & Christ's Descent Part 1: https://nathanajacobs.substack.com/p/hell-hades-and-christs-descent-part?r=r1mfj On Universal Salvation: https://nathanajacobs.substack.com/p/on-apokatastasis-and-universal-salvation?r=r1mfj In today's episode, Dr. Jacobs explores the philosophical problem of divine hiddenness — the question of why God, if real, isn't more obviously apparent to all people. He examines whether rational unbelief in God is possible and discusses how divine hiddenness might actually serve a spiritual purpose, while engaging with topics like free will, proofs for God's existence, and universal salvation. All the links:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNathanJacobsPodcast X: https://x.com/NathanJacobsPod Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hSskUtCwDT40uFbqTk3QS Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nathan-jacobs-podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenathanjacobspodcast Substack: https://nathanajacobs.substack.com/ Website: https://www.nathanajacobs.com/ Academia: https://vanderbilt.academia.edu/NathanAJacobs 00:00:00 Intro  00:01:42 The religiously unaffiliated 00:13:12 What is the problem of divine hiddenness?  00:16:50 Is there a thing as rational unbelief?  00:20:31 If proofs worked, everyone would believe in God  00:37:04 The value of divine hiddenness 00:58:35 Spiritual maturity  01:08:53 A deficiency in the free will defense  01:20:48 The proofs for the existence of God  01:42:20 Not everybody is created equal  01:52:32 Universal salvation  01:58:09 Divine hiddenness is unnatural 

Parenting doesn't stop at 18—it's a lifelong mission! Join Rob Rienow as he shares biblical encouragement and practical insights for parents and grandparents who have adult children who are struggling in their faith. Discover essential scriptures, key prayers, and relationship-building strategies to rekindle connection and increase your positive spiritual influence.  Learn how to respond with love, grace, and boldness to the challenges of parenting adult children. Featured Resources Never Too Late: Enroucraging Faith in Your Adult Children A powerful guide packed with Scriptures and practical insights to encourage faith in your adult children: https://visionaryfam.com/parenting/nevertoolate  Visionary Family Community Join families worldwide who are passionate about growing in faith and discipleship: https://visionaryfam.com/community/  Submit Your Prayer Requests Have specific concerns for your prodigal child? Email podcast@visionaryfam.com to share your pryer requests.

Marco Nones is one of the most influential persons in the development of freediving on Egypt's Red Sea and a coach to some of the best freedivers in the world.In this episode we discuss:We met for this interview at Only One Apnea Centre located in Reef Oasis Blue Bay Resort in Sharm El-Sheikh.Marco first came to Sharm in early 2000 as a scuba diving instructor.The AIDA World Championship was organised by Marco in 2007 and 2008.Marco is from Genoa, Italy.He started in the scuba business but had to choose freediving in the end.About Marco's contribution to the PSS education materials.Marco has been working closely with athletes in, and moving to, the elite level.How Marco trains his athletes.What positive and negative developments in competitive freediving has Marco seen over the years?Where should the aspiring deep freediver put their attention?Training all the rings in the system. What are the rings?The confusion of performance and training.Discussing the mouthfill factor, or ‘Delta' and how to train mouthfill systematically.Marco's thoughts on using pure O2 to aid recovery or avoid DCS after deep dives.On the topic of doping in freediving.DESERT ISLAND QUESTIONS - Patreon Exclusive ContentWhat is the future of Only One Apnea? Why does Marco freedive?For all episodes of the Freedive Cafe Podcast, visit www.freedivecafe.comFor freediving courses and training in Dahab, Egypt, visit www.freediveandthrive.comTo support on Patreon: www.patreon.com/freedivecafe

Today Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar address the spiritual condition of people with no religious affiliation, often referred to as Nones. While many Nones engage in some form of spiritual practice, they often struggle with loneliness and a lack of community. They tend to avoid civic duties, like voting, and seek fulfillment outside traditional church settings. Historically, when Christianity becomes culturally popular, many false converts join churches, drawn by cultural trends rather than genuine faith. Today's churches face similar challenges, with the temptation and access to sin greater than ever, leading to a generation that is increasingly anti-Christian.The guys highlight the need for authenticity within the church. Many people are disenchanted with lifeless Christianity and seek real, meaningful conversations. There's a call for churches to present the gospel in its pure form, planting seeds and trusting God to work. Authenticity, rather than feel-good entertainment, is essential to reach those seeking transcendence in a materialistic world. The gospel, with its beauty and power, meets this deep craving.Many in this generation have never heard the gospel, reflecting a cultural shift toward self-centeredness and a lack of exposure to biblical truths. Apologetics has evolved, focusing less on evidence and more on the beauty and power of the Word of God. The Bible is the ultimate authority, addressing the human condition and guilt that other religions ignore. People often come to faith not through logic but through the beauty of the gospel story. As storytelling creatures, humans resonate deeply with the narrative of redemption.Ray emphasizes that people naturally love darkness over light, but the will to live and a sense of conscience can be stirred by sharing the law and gospel. Christians must persevere in evangelism, trusting God to work through their efforts. Even when faced with hostility, the response should be faith-filled persistence, meeting negativity with grace and truth. Evangelism requires stepping out in faith, focusing on God's sovereignty, and making much of His holiness.The simplicity of the gospel is powerful: Jesus, God the Son, humbled Himself to save humanity. When believers are faithful in sharing, people are often receptive, longing for truth. The call is to prioritize evangelism over personal comfort, trusting that God will move and stir hearts. Ultimately, reaching the lost is an urgent and beautiful task that requires faith, courage, and reliance on God.Send us a textThanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro

My blogs “The Way of Jesus: The Nones” and “The Way of Jesus: Following the Way of the Wisdom that Follows the Way of the LORD”. Find more at https://timharner.com

In today's conversation, we talk with Susan Pizor Yoder, a researcher and faith leader who wants to understand how and why recent generations are less likely to identify with traditional religious communities. As the lead author of the recent book, Hear Us Out, Dr. Pizor Yoder talks about the process of interviewing over 200 18-40 year olds about how they find meaning, whether that be in a community or not.Show notes:Hear Us Out (https://www.fortresspress.com/store/product/9781506489193/Hear-Us-Out)

– zen priest teaching the art of war, conflict In this era of profound conflict and rupture, we are witnessing disharmony at every level of humanity---within ourselves, in our relationships, across our communities, within the nation, and across nation states. Group conflict can stretch and break us, but if we are willing to endure the pain, it can also lead us closer to existential realities that are uncomfortable, yet essential, for us to face. When collective conflict arises, it thrusts us into liminal spaces of uncertainty, loss, vitality, and initiation. In these moments, we must ask ourselves: how do we learn to listen to the individual and collective soul that is emerging? This New School conversation series will weave perspectives from depth and transpersonal psychologies, somatics, cosmology, and consciousness into conflict transformation. We will learn from wisdom keepers who are deeply trained in both the technical craft of conflict resolution and the spiritual, ancestral, and traditional wisdom that allows us to see deeply into conflict---transforming shared suffering into opportunities for healing. In this conversation, Serena talks with Norma Wong, Zen priest and teacher about the art of war and conflict, who recently served to help facilitate a mutual path through the conflict between native culture/science and western discovery science posing as a dispute over the construction of a telescope on Mauna Kea. Norma Wong (Norma Ryuko Kawelokū Wong Roshi) Norma is a Native Hawaiian and Hakka life-long resident of Hawaiʻi. She is the abbot of Anko-in, an independent branch temple of Daihonzan Chozen-ji and serves practice communities in Hawai‘i, across the continental U.S., and in Toronto, Canada. She is an 86th generation Zen Master, having trained at Chozen-ji for over 40 years. In earlier years, Wong served as a Hawai‘i state legislator, working on the return of ceded lands and settlement of land issues. In recent years, Wong has been called back into service to facilitate breaking the impasse and transforming policy and governance on issues of seeming contradiction. In the conflict between native culture/science and western discovery science posing as a dispute over the construction of a telescope on Mauna Kea, Wong was a team member narrating and facilitating a path forward through mutual stewardship. She is currently an advisor to Speaker of the Hawai‘i House of Representatives Scott Saiki, serving in policy development and facilitation roles on issues such as the protection of the aquifer from fuel contamination at Red Hill, and the long-term response to the Lahaina wildfires. Find out more about Norma on her website: normawong.com Serena Bian Serena is pursuing a life that remains attentive to the tenderness of a snail's soft body and reverent to the miracle of its spiraled shell. Working with U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy, Serena serves as a Special Advisor and brings a spiritual and systemic understanding to the public health crisis of loneliness and isolation. As a chaplain-in-training, Serena is pursuing questions of how we chaplain the end of extractive systems that isolate communities from themselves and one another. She is involved with multi-generational, multi-spiritual communities like the Nuns and Nones, devoted to courage, peacebuilding, and love. She participates on the Board of Commonweal and CoGenerate. Find out more about The New School at Commonweal on our website: tns.commonweal.org. And like/follow our Soundcloud channel for more great podcasts.

John talks about the cold-blooded shooting of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in midtown Manhattan. He also discusses the problems with America's health care system and what we should do about it. Then, he jokes with podcast star Bob Cesca about Trump's latest mishigas and ridiculous cabinet picks. Then finally, John speaks with Dillon Naber Cruz and and Desimber Rose AKA "The God Squad". They chat with listeners about they way the media and politicians never speak directly to "NONES" which are people who identify as atheist, agnostic, or nothing in particular.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Rebekah Valerius about her online article entitled, “Gene Editing and the Abolition of Man: A Reflection on Upgrade by Blake Crouch and the New Science of CRISPR” https://www.equip.org/articles/gene-editing-and-the-abolition-of-man-a-reflection-on-upgrade-by-blake-crouch-and-the-new-science-of-crispr/Related Articles and Podcasts: Episode 342 CRISPR, Cures, and the New World of Gene Editing“CRISPR, Cures, and the New World of Gene Editing“Related Articles and Podcasts by this author:Episode 231 G. K. Chesterton and The Genius Of Job “G. K. Chesterton on the Book of Job”Episode 210: Bespoke Religiosity and the Rise of the Nones: a review of Strange Rites: New Religions for a Godless World by Tara Isabella BurtonBespoke Religiosity and the Rise of the Nones: a review of Strange Rites: New Religions for a Godless World by Tara Isabella BurtonEpisode 073: Hell and Kids Is It Abusive to Teach Children about HellJourney to the Bottom of the Glass: A Review of The Works of His Hands: A Scientist's Journey from Atheism to Faith by Sy Garte Don't miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.

Join the conversation as Matt and John talk a lot of college football, Nones, and Vyacheslav Ivanov.   0:00-intro 8:14- sports 19:52- Nones 42:16- today in sports 46:42- one thing https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2024/01/24/religious-nones-in-america-who-they-are-and-what-they-believe/

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a question that has been debated quite a bit within the church: Can someone lose their salvation? While there are some Christians who would say, “once saved, always saved,” the Bible clearly points to cases of apostasy, defined as “the abandonment or renunciation of a religious or political belief.” Jesus Himself even said that, at the end of time, “many will turn away from the faith and will betray and hate each other” (see Matthew 24:10, NIV). Episode Links As Alexis mentioned at the top of the podcast, this year marks the 10th anniversary of the release of Dr. White's book The Rise of the Nones. The “nones” represent people who, when asked to define their religious affiliation, simply respond by choosing "none of the above". Since the release of the book, the nones have only continued to rise. This was the topic of a past podcast episode that we'd encourage you to go back and listen to: CCP32: On a Non-Christian America. There has also been a growing trend with people “deconstructing” their faith - the process of rethinking foundational stances related to lifestyle, associations and beliefs, and usually in relation to a previously held spiritual faith. For more on this topic, again we'd suggest that you listen to CCP28: On Deconstructing or check out a series delivered by Dr. White at Mecklenburg Community Church called “The Deconstruction Zone.” Many who argue against the possibility that people can lose their salvation point to the idea of election - that God has decreed already those who will (or will not) be saved. This is one of the central doctrines of Calvinism, yet another past podcast episode. In fact, this has been one of the most popular episodes of the Church & Culture Podcast, and you can find CCP59: On Calvinism HERE. Finally, if you know of someone who has walked away from the faith, someone who has essentially returned the free gift of their salvation, Dr. White encouraged us to continue to try to evangelize them. There are a number of series that Dr. White has given at Mecklenburg Community Church that may help you to be able to share with someone wrestling with their faith. They are gathered under the category of “Evangelism & Apologetics” HERE. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

We talk with author and editor Drew Dyck about the faith of the next generation, what acquisition editors look for in a prospective author, the rise of the nones and the role of mentoring in intergenerational faith communities. 50% off 3 book bundle: www.youngadults.today/book Shout out to our sponsor: www.gfa.org/apprenticeship www.youngadults.today  

Carmen LaBerge opens the mailbag to answer questions about how Saul the persecuter became the Apostle Paul, and looked at the disciples Jesus chose.  John Plake of the American Bible Society looks at the findings released from the State of the Bible report showing how religious nones have lower levels of flourishing, and possible reasons why. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

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Today we're joined by alt-R&B artist Gallant, who just released a fantastic new album. He opens up to us about stepping out from his label to become an independent artist, the freedom he finds through his work, and how faith and spirituality have been a source of inspiration for him. Plus, the cast delves into the evolving landscape of fame in the digital age, the significant number of Christians opting out of voting this year, the plateauing of the 'Nones'—which turns into a can't-miss conversation—and Marty drops a new album today! And at the end of the show, we have your feedback about your weirdest hobbies.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There are many attempts at categorizing those walking a path of spiritual freedom. We see, and use, broad terms such as ‘Spiritual Independents', ‘Spiritual but not religious', or ‘The Nones'. These categories, as any, are ultimately limited. As spiritual directors and companions, we know each person's spiritual story is unique, regardless of spiritual tradition and orientation. So all that said, how do we companion the spiritual explorer – the wayfarer who has left the religion of their upbringing, practices more than one religion, or does not see themselves as rooted in a particular religious tradition or spiritual orientation? How do we nurture the increased spiritual curiosity and playfulness our companions bring to their sessions with us? How do we help others navigate the rejection of an upbringing, or subjection to a religion and spirituality they found stunted or even harmful? What if that tradition they've left behind is one we cherish? These questions are the underpinnings of our new online series from SDI – Seeking Spiritual Freedom – about companioning those who have entered the spiritual wilderness, and earnestly tread a “wayless path” that is beyond what they know, and possibly what others have known. However one's unique journey manifests, the diversity of the paths walked by those we companion will only continue to grow.  In this podcast I talked with all our presenters for this series, about their work and service to others, how they understand the path of spiritual freedom, and what to expect from our upcoming series – which you can register for now on our website, sdicompanions.org. I'll introduce each of them as we go.  

Guest: John Farquhar PlakeOrganization: American Bible SocietyPosition: Chief Program Officer and Editor-in-Chief of the State of the Bible seriesTopic: comments on data regarding the religiously unaffiliated, referred to as the "nones"Website: stateofthebible.org, americanbible.org

Guest: John Farquhar PlakeOrganization: American Bible SocietyPosition: Chief Program Officer and Editor-in-Chief of the State of the Bible seriesTopic: comments on data regarding the religiously unaffiliated, referred to as the "nones"Website: stateofthebible.org, americanbible.org

BINI, pinagpapahinga! Richard Gomez, binweltahan ang basher! Sandro Muhlach, di lang sina Nones at Dode ang irereklamo!

Send us a Text Message.Rebecca is such a wonderful guest! I had so much fun learning from her and hearing part of her story! She's doing incredable things and it's so inspring to learn how she sees the world and learning more about her Different Abilities! You don't want to miss this episode, that's for sure! Rebecca's Bio:Rebecca Finch Vitsmun is an autistic night-blind author with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Rebecca is a humanist, embracing people of all religious and cultural backgrounds, who is known for coming out as an atheist on CNN after a tornado destroyed her home in 2013. As a member of the Nones, also known as the not religiously affiliated, Rebecca has been at the forefront of a cultural shift that has led this group to emerge as the largest identified religious group in America. She has a degree in Arts and Humanities from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and lives in Tacoma, WA with her spouse and five kids.Connect with Rebecca:InstagramFacebookWebsite Thank you to our partner this week:Buzzsprout! You can get $20 credit to your account when you sign up!https://kateyfortun.com/buzzsproutSign Up Here and get $20 credit to your account!Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability® product I'll be launching!Sign Up Here!Shop new products here!Places you can reach me at:Website:https://kateyfortun.com/https://kateyfortun.com/podcastInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/kateyfortun/https://www.instagram.com/differentabilitypodcast/

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In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy discusses the plateau of the demographic known as the "nones," those who do not affiliate with any religious denomination. She explores the challenges parents face in preparing their children to navigate a world that may not align with their Christian beliefs. 

Today we're joined by singer-songwriter Caleb Hearn, who's blown up on TikTok over the last few years and is about to release his highly anticipated debut album! Plus, we have the week's RELEVANT Buzz, with an update on the TikTok cult documentary everyone's talking about, to a surprising new study showing that the number of Nones in Gen Z is actually going down, to Pharrell implying his upcoming LEGO biopic might actually be deeper and more faith-focused that you'd expect. And at the end of the show, we have your crazy summer vacation story feedback!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Trends show less waffling, more commitment to faith.

In a recent 60 minutes interview, Pope Francis sparked controversy when he claimed that humans are fundamentally good. Katelyn Beaty joins Phil and Kaitlyn to discuss the Pope's comments, and why our theology needs to include both the doctrine that all humans are made in the image of God and an understanding of original sin. Also, new survey data suggests that the "Religious Nones" have plateaued and religious affiliation among Gen Z is on the rise. We discuss why this might be happening and how the "weirdness" of Christianity is what makes it appealing to so many people right now. Then Skye sits down with Sean McGever to discuss his new book, Ownership: The Evangelical Legacy of Slavery in Edwards, Wesley, and Whitefield. They explore how these three historical evangelical leaders navigated the morality of slavery and the lasting impact it is still having on the Church today. Plus, even priests are not immune to Florida Man Syndrome.   0:00 - Intro   1:36 - Show Starts   2:58 - Theme Song   3:20 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order   4:24 - World Relief - Visit https://worldrelief.org/holypost/ to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community   5:39 - Italian Island Overrun by Goats   10:31 - Pope Francis Calls Humans “Fundamentally Good?”   28:20 - Ryan Burge and the Plateauing of the Nones   45:57 - Florida Priest Bites Woman   50:18 - Sponsor - Better Help - “This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HOLYPOST and get on your way to being your best self.” www.betterhelp.com/holypost   51:17 - Interview   59:56 - Opposing Slave Trade, but Not Slavery   1:09:47 - How Edwards, Whitfield, and Wesley Influenced Attitudes About Slavery   1:20:05 - Avoiding Moral Blindspots   1:27:12 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Alicudi: Italian Island Offers Goats Up for Adoption https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-68731003   Pope Francis Draws Accusations of Heresy for Saying Humans are Good https://www.christianpost.com/news/pope-francis-draws-accusations-of-heresy-for-saying-humans-good.html   Ryan Burge and Nones Plateau https://www.graphsaboutreligion.com/p/the-nones-have-hit-a-ceiling?utm_campaign=email-half-post&r=6smb2&utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email   Florida Priest Admits Biting Woman in Defense of Eucharist https://www.ncronline.org/news/florida-priest-admits-biting-woman-last-resort-defense-save-eucharist   Other resources: Ownership: The Evangelical Legacy of Slavery in Edwards, Wesley, and Whitefield by Sean McGever: https://a.co/d/7SrPAZu   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.  

Florida priest assaults woman during communion, Scotland passes demographic milestone, Italian middle school teacher causes national uproar over Dante, new website for finding churches, fifteen year old boy sainted, holy relics at Vatican, and polling shows that the number of "nones" in US has plateaued.