Podcasts about religious groups

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how when someone dies, those who call themselves Christ followers often find comfort in the thought that we'll see them again in Heaven (assuming, of course, that our loved one had a relationship with Jesus). But can we say the same thing about our beloved pets? Will we see them in Heaven? Episode Links Too often, this question is framed in such a way that people are essentially asking whether animals have a soul akin to humans, and therefore can they be saved. To that, the answer is, “No.” Biblically, theologically, no, they don't have souls. But there's for sure more to it than that. Dr. White wrote a recent blog on this same topic that you might be interested in reading HERE. When it comes to animals and their presence on Earth, the conversation led to a discussion of creation, and specifically creation care. Dr. White did a series at Mecklenburg Community Church that you should check out if you'd like to go deeper on this topic. You can find that series HERE. Dr. White also mentioned a book that he found to be very helpful related to the series titled Stewards of Eden: What Scripture Says About the Environment and Why It Matters written by Sandra L. Richter. Finally, Alexis referenced an article from The Washington Post about churches wading into the waters of things related to pets and grieving pet owners. You can read the article “Will My Dog Be in Heaven? Why Grieving Pet Owners Turn to Religious Groups” by Michelle Boorstein 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.

Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof Dion Forster, University Research Chair in Public Theology and Ethics, School of Religion and Theology, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. They discuss the emergence of fringe and extreme religious movements and what makes them popular. This after a local self-styled prophet claimed that the Rapture – or the return of Jesus to the earth to claim followers both dead and alive – is set to happen this week. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Having grown up in the Exclusive Brethren, Lindy Jacomb came to a crisis point where she no longer believed everything she was being asked to believe. Years later, having made a life outside the Exclusive Brethren, Lindy is now heading up efforts to offer support to anyone else who is looking to leave high demand religious groups. We talk about her own experience in the Exclusive Brethren Church and the challenges of leaving, what the Olive Leaf Network is and how it works to support those leaving high demand religious groups, and we talk about red flags and green flags when looking at the health of any group you may be part of. Check out Olive Leaf Network on their website, Facebook or Instagram. And check out the Cult Chat podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

Minister for Education Helen McEntee has said the religious groups involved in historical sexual abuse "will be held accountable" following the Government's commitment to establish a Commission of Investigation into allegations of historical sexual abuse in schools across the country. Speaking to Ciara this morning was John Coulter, Member of the survivors' group Restore Together.

Minister for Education Helen McEntee has said the religious groups involved in historical sexual abuse "will be held accountable" following the Government's commitment to establish a Commission of Investigation into allegations of historical sexual abuse in schools across the country. Speaking to Ciara this morning was John Coulter, Member of the survivors' group Restore Together.

Islamic Sikh and Buddhist groups are urging the government to strengthen hate speech laws in the wake of Saturday's protest march by Destiny Church attacking what it calls foreign religions. Minister for Ethnic Communities Mark Mitchell spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

It's Wednesday, June 18th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark and Adam McManus Pakistani Muslims level false accusations against Christians Muslims in Pakistan are using the country's blasphemy laws to target religious minorities. Human Rights Watch released a report on the issue, entitled, “A Conspiracy to Grab the Land: Exploiting Pakistan's Blasphemy Laws for Blackmail and Profit.” For example, Christians experience false accusations of blasphemy against Islam. Locals then weaponize the accusations by inciting mob violence against Christians and seizing their property.  Sadly, the government does little to nothing about such attacks. Pakistan is ranked eighth on the Open Doors' World Watch List of the most difficult places to be a Christian.  Psalm 14:4 asks, “Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge, who eat up My people as they eat bread, and do not call on the LORD?” Trump warns Iranian civilians to evacuate Tehran U.S. President Donald Trump called for Iranian civilians to evacuate their capital city of Tehran this week as fighting between Israel and Iran escalates.  And yesterday, he wrote on Truth Social, “We know exactly where the so-called ‘Supreme Leader' is hiding.  ... We are not going to take him out. ... at least not for now. But we don't want missiles shot at civilians, or American soldiers. Our patience is wearing thin.” A senior White House official told Fox News that U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities are on the table.  Supreme Court: Religious groups cannot be compelled to fund abortion On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court reversed a lower court ruling that had previously forced religious groups to fund abortions. The state of New York required groups, including churches, to cover abortions in their health insurance plans for employees. Religious groups have been challenging the policy for years. Attorney Noel Francisco commented on the case. He said, “Religious groups in the Empire State should not be forced to provide insurance coverage that violates their deeply held religious beliefs. We are confident that New York will finally get the message and stop discriminating against religious objectors.” House voted to cut $9 billion in foreign aid and public broadcasting The U.S. House of representatives narrowly passed a measure to cut $9 billion in funding for foreign aid and public broadcasting.  The House approved the legislation by a vote of 214-212 last Thursday.  House Speaker Mike Johnson commented, “It is just one of the ways Republicans are codifying DOGE's findings and putting taxpayer dollars to better use.” The bill faces an uncertain future in the U.S. Senate. Children's Hospital in Los Angeles closes its transgender center The Children's Hospital in Los Angeles recently announced it will close its so-called “Center for Transyouth Health and Development” next month.  The center performed sex mutilating surgeries and offered puberty-blocking drugs to children.  The announcement follows an executive order from President Trump that bans federal funding for transgender operations for minors. Alabama has most people with Biblical worldview; Rhode Island the least Dr. George Barna released a new report on the worldview of Americans ranked by state. The report notes that only 4% of U.S. adults hold to a Biblical worldview. However, that number varies by state. The states with the highest proportion of adults with a Biblical worldview are Alabama at 12.6%, Mississippi at 12.5%, South Carolina at 9.8%, and Arkansas at 9%. States with the least proportion of adults with a Biblical worldview are Rhode Island at 0.25%, Maine at 1.1%, Nebraska at 1.5% and Massachusetts at 1.8%.  Even though states like Alabama and Mississippi have a higher incidence of adults with a Biblical worldview, Dr. Barna noted, “In absolute terms, every state in the union is failing miserably at developing the biblical worldview among its residents.” Isaiah 55:7 says, “Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the LORD, and He will have mercy on him; and to our God, for He will abundantly pardon.” Worldview listeners in Wisconsin, Oklahoma, and Kentucky share their hearts I invited Worldview listeners to share what they enjoy about the newscast in 2-6 sentences by email.  You can share your thoughts — along with your full name, city and state — and send it to adam@TheWorldview.com Barabara Resheske in Lake Nebagamon, Wisconsin wrote, “I read every word of The Worldview transcript because it confirms my belief that the world is in turmoil, but Christ is in control. I pray when you request prayers for the persecuted. I thank you for telling us what the mass media doesn't.  Indeed, I thank you for truth, honesty, and transparency.” Ruth Stapp in Edmond, Oklahoma wrote, “I love The Worldview and look forward to seeing it every day. Your information is exactly what I need. I do not enjoy watching the news on TV because of the bias and lies. Plus, your newscast gives me an opportunity to delve further into any of the stories that spark my interest through the links you provide.”  And Daniel Wojnicki in Louisville, Kentucky. wrote,  “I enjoy that The Worldview gives facts and news insights all in one short newscast. Because it's a Christian news source, there is no distortion of the truth.  Being informed about the truth is very rare these days, especially in an age ruled by corrupted news anchors.” 8 Worldview listeners gave $3,022 to fund our annual budget And finally, toward our $92,625 goal by this Friday, June 20th  to fund three-quarters of The Worldview newscast's annual budget for our 6-member team, 8  listeners stepped up to the plate as of 4:00pm Central yesterday afternoon. Our thanks to Margaret in Raleigh, North Carolina who gave $25 and Jessica in Delmar, Maryland who gave $50. We're grateful to God for Mandy in Walpole, New Hampshire and Max in Macon, Georgia – both of whom gave $200 as well as Rose in Everson, Washington who gave $247. And we were touched by the generosity of Carlee in Keswick Ridge, New Brunswick, Canada who pledged $25/month for 12 months for a gift of $300, Susan in San Antonio, Texas who gave $1,000, and Scooter in Naples, Florida who gave $1,000 to match Susan's gift. Those 8 Worldview listeners gave a total of $3,022. Ready for our new grand total? Drum roll please.  (Drum roll sound effect) $46,896.70 (People clapping and cheering sound effect)   Toward this Friday, June 20th's goal of $92,625, we need to raise $45,728.30. Remember, if you are one of the final 2 people who will give a one-time gift of $1,000, Scooter in Naples, Florida will match you with a corresponding $1,000 gift of his own.  I am wondering if there are two businesspeople in our listening audience  – two -- who would consider a generous $10,000 matching gift if 5 other listeners gave a one-time gift of $2,000. If you are one of those 2 businesspeople, please email me at adam@TheWorldview.com and include your phone number so we can chat. I need to find 20 Worldview listeners who will pledge $50/month for 12 months for a gift of $600. And another 40 listeners to pledge $25/month for 12 months for a gift of $300. Go to TheWorldview.com and click on Give on the top right. Your gift will help us fund the 6-member Worldview newscast team for another fiscal year. Close And that's The Worldview on this Wednesday, June 18th, in the year of our Lord 2025.  Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

In a unanimous decision, the US Supreme Court ruled in favor of a catholic charity over in Wisconsin — and by doing so, they expanded the rights of all religious non-profits across the country. Let's go through the details of the case, what the specific issue at play was, what the Supreme Court ruling said, as well as what it means for you and I—people who don't necessarily live in Wisconsin.


Protest marches across the country continue to call for justice for a seven year old girl from Matatiele in the Eastern Cape that was allegedly raped while at school. Students in Soweto will be embarking on a peaceful march from Vilakazi Street to Orlando Court then to Diepkloof police station to deliver their memorandum. Meanwhile, in Matatiele, several religious groups are holding a prayer session following reports on two other minors that were allegedly raped at another private school in the area. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Fundiswa Mhlekude

Tony Alamo and Warren Jeffs—two self-proclaimed prophets who built their empires on fear, control, and manipulation. In this video, we react to How I Escaped My Cult: Tony Alamo and break down the disturbing similarities between Alamo's group and the FLDS under Jeffs. From isolating their followers to taking child brides, both men used their so-called divine authority to justify unthinkable abuses. How did they gain so much power? And what can we learn from the survivors who escaped? Let's dive in.

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider  Battle heats up on the national stage between the executive, judicial branches It's a battle between two branches of government on the national level: the executive and the judicial. President Trump and his team are pushing back on a few rulings from federal judges, saying the courts have no say over what the administration is doing. But legal precedent would disagree. We begin Inside Sources discussing the proper balance of power between the federal branches.  On the Hill 2025: Utah’s legislature looks at ways to change Utah’s judiciary Here in Utah, the state legislature is looking at ways to change the judicial branch of government. Some might say the legislature is trying to weaken the judiciary, while others say they’re working to ensure a proper balance between the branches of government. State Representative Jason Kyle joins us as we look into a few of those bills, which includes raising the threshold for judicial retention.  Religious organizations suing Trump administration over ICE raids in churches One of the recent changes to Immigration and Customs Enforcement policies was the removal of places of worship as protected places. The change meant that ICE agents could conduct raids on churches to find and capture immigrants who are here illegally. Now, it’s prompted a lawsuit from more than 2 dozen churches. KSL Legal Analyst and Inside Sources co-host Greg Skordas breaks down the latest lawsuit for our listeners.  On the Hill 2025: Potential changes to public records laws Could new legislation on Utah’s Capitol Hill make it harder for the average Utahn to see public records? First Amendment advocates say yes – it could become harder. Legislators, on the other hand, say their proposed changes would actually make things better for the public. KSL has been involved in the fight to keep public records ... public. The Inside Sources hosts analyze the current situation.  On the Hill 2025: Reducing liabilities for owners of dogs who bite trespassers If someone trespasses on your property and they get bitten by your dog, are you liable? A bill working its way through the Utah State Senate addresses these kinds of situations, looking to reduce the liability you – as the dog owner – may face. Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan discuss this and another dog-biting bill.  Rep. Burgess Owens says DEI played a role in Beyonce winning a Grammy Two days ago, musical artist Beyonce became the first black woman to win a Grammy Award for Best Country Album. Shortly thereafter, Utah Representative Burgess Owens spoke to a journalist and said Beyonce's win had to do with DEI. Is this an appropriate assessment? Or did Beyonce win based on her merits? Taylor and Erin have a lively conversation about it.  Pres. Trump signs order banning federal agencies from using paper straws Paper or plastic? Not bags... straws. President Trump has often said how much he hates paper straws. And now, he's signed an order barring federal agencies from using paper straws. It might seem like an odd political story, but the Inside Sources have lots of thoughts they share with listeners on this subject. 

This episode is presented by Create A Video – The publication of wasteful and outrageous spending by the US Agency for International Development (USAID) has revealed links to nominally religious organizations that have aided the global leftist agenda. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: If you choose to subscribe, get 15% off here! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we discuss the Trad Wife trend, including Ballerina Farms' Hannah Neeleman and the women from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. We also discuss author Tia Leving's appearance on the We Can Do Hard Things podcast. Tia escaped a high control religious group and was featured in the documentary Shiny Happy People.We have a PATREON! click on link below to check out the extra content:PatreonPlease SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and give us a 5-star rating and review.We are on Instagram and TikTok @psychlegalpopEmail: psychlegalpoppodcast@gmail.com#tradwife #tradwives #reallivesofmormonwives #ballerinafarms #hannahneeleman #tialeving #shinyhappypeople #religioustrauma #highcontrolreligion #psychology #attorney #therapist #law #lawyer #popculture #popularculture #feminism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sally Hayden, journalist with The Irish Times, brings us up to date with the latest on the ground in Syria.

How NY's Prop 1 impacts Religious Groups and Churches Reforming Divorce Laws in PA “Do No Harm” Report Highlights the Dangers of so-called “Gender-affirming” Care Why Millions of Christians plan to Sit Out the 2024 Election   Christian watchdogs Jason McGuire with New York Families and Michael Geer with the Pennsylvania Family Institute discuss the weighty issues in the news -- from Albany to Harrisburg to the ballot box to your hometown. Both organizations offer issues-based voter guides and "how to register to vote" information on their websites.       "Capital Connection" with Bob Price airs on the radio and our live streams during the Noon Report and 5 O'Clock Report each Friday. Listen, download or share these conversations anytime, from the "Family Life News" podcast feed.

It's Tuesday, September 3rd, A.D. 2024. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson Nicaragua bans another 92 religious groups Daniel Ortega's government has cancelled legal recognition of another 92 religious organizations in Nicaragua. It's all part of a cancellation of 1,651 civil social organizations. That brings to a total of 5,552 organizations that have been blackballed by the Nicaraguan government. Of the most recent cancellations, most prominent are the Episcopal Church of Nicaragua, which has had a presence in the region since 1612, and the Moravian Church of Nicaragua, which was established in 1847. And, to add insult to injury, the Ortega government has announced they will be taxing churches of their monies received from tithes and offerings, at a rate of 10 to 30%, according to La Prensa.   In fact, La Prensa itself lost its facilities to the government in 2022, and 135 reporters have been in exile since then. Mexico, Syria, and Pakistan: Top 3 most dangerous for journalists The nation where it is most dangerous to work in journalism is Mexico, followed by Syria, Pakistan, Yemen, and the Congo. That's according to a recent report from Reporters Without Borders. Denmark and Norway eager to kill more babies Both Denmark and Norway are allowing for more killing of babies, by liberalizing their abortion laws this year.  They have legalized abortion to 18 weeks of pregnancy, up from 12 weeks.  However, Parliament has still to vote on the Norwegian proposal. According to a report from the Council on Foreign Relations, “Since 2020, Argentina and Thailand legalized abortions, with certain gestational limits; South Korea decriminalized abortion; and New Zealand eased its abortion restrictions. … Colombia has made abortion legal on demand up to twenty-four weeks of pregnancy, and Mexico decriminalized abortion as well.  Only Honduras, Poland, and the United States have contemplated more restrictions on abortion of late.” Psalm 46:6-7 says, “The nations rage, the kingdoms totter; He utters His voice, the Earth melts. The Lord of Hosts is with us. The God of Jacob is our refuge.” Chinese stock hit another low The Chinese Shanghai Stock Index has hit another low, representing a downward trend since May 2021. The far east markets have failed to improve any since 2006.  Vermont schools bans use of terms: “Sons and daughters” The Vermont Department of Health has issues guidelines, advising public school teachers not to use terms like “Sons and Daughters,” but to prefer gender-neutral terms like kids or children. African Methodist Episcopalians demanding reparations The African Methodist Episcopal denomination is demanding reparations for sins committed by previous generations against African immigrants. The meeting of 15,000 delegates and observers also received video greetings from President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. The denomination voted down an initiative to legitimize homosexual marriage — and remanded the matter back to committee.  God's law, as stated in Ezekiel 18:20, reminds us that, “The soul who sins shall die. The son shall not suffer for the iniquity of the father, nor the father suffer for the iniquity of the son. The righteousness of the righteous shall be upon himself, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon himself.” Ford, Lowe's Tractor Supply Co, & Harley Davidson renounce DEI Big business is getting cold feet on the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs. So far, Ford Motor Company, Lowe's, John Deere, Tractor Supply Co., and Harley Davidson have changed their approaches to DEI policies. More companies are backing away from participating in the pro-homosexual Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index. 68% of Evangelicals plan to vote for Trump A recent Deseret/HarrisX poll found that 51% of Christians and 68% of Evangelicals are planning on voting for Donald Trump in the upcoming election — that despite Trump's announcement he would oppose a federal abortion ban. Separately, a Washington Post-ABC-Ipsos poll found that 78% of white Evangelicals are planning to vote for Donald Trump this November.  That compares to 76% of white Evangelicals voting for Trump in the 2020 election, according to Gallup polling. The HarrisX poll found Catholics are split exactly 46% to 46% on Trump and Harris in the upcoming election.  Reagan movie beloved by moviegoers but despised by liberal critics And finally, Reagan, the new film starring Dennis Quaid as the 40th president, was released over Labor Day weekend. It nearly doubled expectations at the box office, bringing in $9.2 million in total. The film set the record for the largest disparity between an audience score and the critics score. The critics savaged the film with an average Rotten Tomatoes rating of 20%. Meanwhile, the audience scored the film at a 98% approval rating.   My kids and I saw it this past Saturday in San Antonio, Texas along with three friends. It was an inspiring and touching film.  I recommend it highly. Watch the Reagan trailer and get tickets at www.Reagan.movie.   The Boondock Saints movie, released in 2000, produced a 65% divide between critics and audience scores. And the Kendrick Brothers' movie Facing the Giants, released in 2006, produced a 69% divide between critics and audience scores. Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, September 3rd, in the year of our Lord 2024. Subscribe by Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

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This week we are joined by Megan Von Fricken, LCSW. Megan is an exvangelical therapist and coach specializing in religious trauma & cult recovery. There are so many overlaps between being raised in a high-control religions and being a Model Little *cult* Member for other types of groups like commercial cults! Megan comes on to discuss all the similarities, overlaps, and what to do when we find ourselves inside a high-control or high-demand group.Resources:https://meganvonfricken.com/https://www.instagram.com/religious.harm.recovery/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel Laser  President and CEO of Americans United for Separation of Church and State joins Megan Lynch to discuss how her group will continue to fight against abortion bans in Missouri.

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In this episode of Conversations with Dan: -Using religious materials from denominational writers and ministries outside the churches of Christ. -Does our use of these materials mean we support the author/ministry/musician? -The responsibility of elders, preachers, and teachers. -Should our worship services have songs from artists and ministries that do not share the same religious beliefs as we do?

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Matthew 6:24-34 The third topic Melissa takes on in the series exploring questions, wonderings, and themes that come from our congregation, focuses on our relationship as Christians to other faith communities and religious groups. Serious sports fans may be the most ardent religious fanatics, forming around a common belief in something bigger than themselves, sharing a devotion that changes how people spend their money, time and energy. The Christian life will demand a particular allegiance, a form of life that requires setting aside other allegiances, including our allegiance to money. Melissa offers a caution about the kind of belief that all religious paths lead to one god. This glosses over some very serious disagreements in our communities and defaces the self-identity of those distinct religious commitments. But an even more important reason is that it gets us out of the hard work of the Christian life.

Join us today as we speak with Bre about being raised in a “high control” Christian Group, how it affected her family, and how she has found community and recovered since leaving the church.Bre's website: https://brehamilton.com/Social media:TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@soulfullybreInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/soulfullybreThreads - https://www.threads.net/@soulfullybreEditorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests' stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Sad Times in any way. Please note that Sad Times is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.comFollow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcastGet your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022

Representative Harry Niska joins Chad to talk about a push from him and fellow Republicans to restore an exemption to the Minnesota Human Rights Act allowing religious groups to avoid legal issues for gender-identity based discrimination.

Sherwin discusses on the award winning 101.7 The Truth sharing a religion with a group of people who don't like blacks. Sherwin discusses and goes into depth with some of the religious white people are not only dislike blacks but are terrified.

Non-profit groups including some tax payer funded religious organizations are in aiding mass migration into the U.S. Get the facts first on Morning Wire.

In this episode, Tudor welcomes Pastor Dave Wisen, teaching pastor at Harvest Church in West Michigan, to discuss the historical and religious roots of the conflict in Israel, the moral decay in Western civilization, and the power of words in discussing sensitive topics. They also touch on the importance of joy and conviction in one's faith. Tudor shares her experiences with Muslim families in Michigan and Pastor Dave provides insights into the teachings of Christianity and Islam. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more info visit TudorDixonPodcast.comFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Tudor welcomes Pastor Dave Wisen, teaching pastor at Harvest Church in West Michigan, to discuss the historical and religious roots of the conflict in Israel, the moral decay in Western civilization, and the power of words in discussing sensitive topics. They also touch on the importance of joy and conviction in one's faith. Tudor shares her experiences with Muslim families in Michigan and Pastor Dave provides insights into the teachings of Christianity and Islam. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more info visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Tudor welcomes Pastor Dave Wisen, teaching pastor at Harvest Church in West Michigan, to discuss the historical and religious roots of the conflict in Israel, the moral decay in Western civilization, and the power of words in discussing sensitive topics. They also touch on the importance of joy and conviction in one's faith. Tudor shares her experiences with Muslim families in Michigan and Pastor Dave provides insights into the teachings of Christianity and Islam. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more info visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we are unraveling the troubling transformation of Shelley Shannon, a girl-next-door type, born and raised in Wisconsin, who became a notorious domestic terrorist at the center of controversial anti-abortion activism. Her story doesn't stop there, oh no. But first, a disclaimer of sorts, one needn't share the same political beliefs or association as others to live in harmony but we must all agree that violence cannot be the answer. “You think that good is hating what is bad. What is bad is the hating mind itself.” Bon Kai (Buddhist monk)This tale delves into the sinister side of religious fervor as we uncover the alarming reality of her involvement in a series of violent protests and attacks on abortion providers throughout the country. Her life was far from ordinary, as was her role in the contentious and infamous 'Summer of Mercy' anti-abortion protests. Our discussions take a serious turn as we grapple with the implications of her actions and the devastation they caused as well as the palpable anger left lingering in the wake of the dark decisions that Shelley made.These discussions may be tough, but they are vitally necessary as we venture into the world of domestic terrorism and its terrifying reality. But don't worry, we won't leave you in the depths of despair. We'll wrap things up with our tarot reading to lighten up the mood with a bit of mysticism. This week we shared the podcast, I Think My Fridge Is Haunted!--------- EPISODE KEYWORDS --------- Pacific Northwest, True Crime, Anti-Abortion, Domestic Terrorism, Activism, Murder, Violence, Radical, Religious Extremism, Religious Groups, Arrests, Protesting, Summer of Mercy, Army of God, Terrorism, Dangerous Rhetoric, Extremist Beliefs, Assassination, Tragic Consequences, Fundamentalists, Podcast, Tarot, Book Review, Racism, Privilege. In this episode, we examine the benefits of Patreon memberships and reveal an upcoming book review. Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us at pnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com or use this link. There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Apple Podcasts, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.Pastebin: for sources.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5955451/advertisement

Dr. Bob Pardon joins us to discuss cults and spiritually abusive groups. We define what we mean by these phrases, the profile of a spiritually abusive leader, and the cultural conditions that make for a proliferation of sects, some of which are heretical and some of which are not (at least on paper). We also discuss how people get recruited into and involved with such groups as well as how faithful pastors can effectively minister to those who have escaped such circles. Tallis' Canon recorded by Steven Dixon. https://open.spotify.com/artist/7F8cmGiEh0LBxINKGLfrvt

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) works with commercial contractors and non-profits in countries where it operates. For many years, that has included religious organizations. Now, USAID has established a formal policy for religious engagement. For the details, Federal Drive Host Tom Temin spoke with Amanda Vigneaud, the Acting Director of its Center for Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) works with commercial contractors and non-profits in countries where it operates. For many years, that has included religious organizations. Now, USAID has established a formal policy for religious engagement. For the details, Federal Drive Host Tom Temin spoke with Amanda Vigneaud, the Acting Director of its Center for Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AP correspondent Walter Ratliff reports on AP Religion Minute - Affiliation.

AP correspondent Walter Ratliff has this week's AP Religion Roundup (intro + wrap)

For more than a century, hundreds of thousands of Native American children were forced to attend boarding schools. Those schools stripped children of their identities and cultures. Deaths are estimated to be in the thousands as they suffered abuse, neglect, beatings and forced labor. Stephanie Sy reports on new findings about the role churches and religious groups played. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In this day in history, July 25th, the National Security Act of 1947 was passed. The act linked the military and national security organizations and set the tone for the relationship between the two that persists to this day. The National Security Act of 1947, a cornerstone in the reorganization of the United States' foreign policy and military institutions, led to the establishment of significant bodies such as the National Security Council (NSC) and the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). The NSC was formed to discuss long-term and immediate national security issues, composed of high-ranking officials including the President, Vice President, Secretary of State, Secretary of Defense, and Director of the CIA. Over time, the significance, autonomy, and influence of the NSC have varied depending on the presidential administration. For instance, Eisenhower used it for key foreign policy decisions, while Nixon and Kissinger transformed it into an active negotiation and decision-implementing organization.The act also birthed the CIA, which became the primary civilian intelligence-gathering entity, evolving from World War II's Office of Strategic Services and other small post-war intelligence organizations. Following this, the Defense Intelligence Agency emerged as the main military intelligence body. In a major reshuffling, the act merged the War Department and Navy Department into a unified Department of Defense, introducing the Department of the Air Force and placing all under the Secretary of Defense. However, individual service secretaries were retained for each military branch. The act was later amended in 1949, granting the Secretary of Defense greater control over individual services and their respective secretaries.As the complexity of compliance and regulatory requirements increases, public companies are increasingly seeking lawyers for their boards. This trend, dubbed the "golden age" for lawyers seeking board seats, arises due to the value of legal expertise in risk analysis and communication in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment. The introduction of lawyers to boardrooms is viewed as a significant asset, given the potential business opportunities and less concern about conflicts impacting current operations. Examples include former Homeland Security Department Chief Jeh Johnson, who serves on several corporate boards while also working as a partner at a law firm.The demand for legal expertise has been driven by market-changing events such as the pandemic, the rise of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity challenges, geopolitical concerns, and debates over environmental, social, and governance issues. Approximately 1,500 board seats open each year, offering lucrative compensation packages. However, the involvement of lawyers in corporate boards also brings potential conflicts of interest that require careful management, especially when companies have ongoing relationships with the lawyers' firms.Moreover, including lawyers as potential candidates for director roles has also assisted companies in responding to calls for greater boardroom diversity in terms of age, ethnicity, gender, and professional perspective. Despite the benefits, it is generally accepted that a lawyer can hold a maximum of three directorships in public companies due to potential conflict of interest. Overall, this shift towards legal expertise in the boardroom represents a significant transformation from previous perspectives, which viewed lawyers as having a too narrow or risk-oriented focus.It's the ‘Golden Age' for Lawyers Seeking Corporate Board SeatsElon Musk's recent decision to rename Twitter as X could face significant legal complications due to pre-existing trademarks owned by companies such as Meta and Microsoft. The letter X is widely used and cited in trademarks across various industries, making it prone to legal challenges. Josh Gerben, a trademark attorney, has identified almost 900 active U.S. trademark registrations that include the letter X. Trademark owners have the right to claim infringement if another brand's usage could lead to consumer confusion. Microsoft has held a trademark for the letter X in relation to its Xbox communication since 2003, while Meta owns a trademark for a blue and white letter X for software and social media usage. However, these companies would likely only pursue legal action if they believe Twitter's use of X threatens their own brand equity. If Musk succeeds in rebranding Twitter, others could still potentially claim 'X' for their own uses.Meta, Microsoft, hundreds more own trademarks to new Twitter name | ReutersU.S. law firm Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan disclosed that one of its electronic discovery vendors fell victim to a cyber attack last year, potentially exposing client information. The firm clarified that the attack affected only "a small portion of our clients and matters" and did not impact its own network infrastructure. Fewer than 2,000 individuals were notified about the incident. The data breach occurred in a data center's network used by the firm for document management. Despite being unclear about the specifics of the personal data impacted, the firm has engaged cyber and forensic experts to better understand the extent of the breach and is collaborating with law enforcement authorities to prevent further breaches. This breach is another example of the cybersecurity challenges faced by law firms and other entities managing sensitive and confidential data.Quinn Emanuel reports cyber attack involving 'limited' client data | ReutersThe U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Texas over floating barriers installed by the state in the Rio Grande river to prevent migrants from Mexico. The barriers were installed as part of Texas Republican Governor Greg Abbott's Operation Lone Star initiative. They work as large incumbrances in the water, difficult to climb over and dangerous to swim under. If that sounds inhumane, as it is implicitly threatening migrants with death if they choose to try to make a crossing, that's because it is. The federal government alleges that Texas violated federal law by not obtaining necessary federal authorization to install the barrier, claiming it poses risks to navigation, public safety, and humanitarian concerns. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court in the Western District of Texas, seeks to remove all obstructions, including the barrier and its related infrastructure. In response to the lawsuit, Governor Abbott accused the Biden administration of failing to enforce immigration laws. Abbott pledged to take the case to the Supreme Court if necessary. The initiative has also drawn criticism from Mexico, which claims the barrier violates a water treaty and may encroach on Mexican territory.US sues Texas over floating border barriers | ReutersIn this week's column I urge the IRS to enforce the limits of 501(c)(3) status, which prohibits charities and religious organizations from engaging in political campaign activity. I point to the recent example of a Las Vegas pastor who hosted a campaign rally for Donald Trump at his church. There is increasing cause for concern over the blurred line between advocacy and political involvement, as more non-profit organizations, including churches and policy think tanks, typically right wing churches and policy think tanks, engage in contentious political issues. The policy rationale behind not taxing religious organizations is the avoidance of government entanglement in religion. Religious organizations are categorized with charitable organizations stemming from the perception that they both provide secular benefits to their communities. The exemption from tax, then, is a kind of end-around for the government to encourage their works without overt sponsorship.It's worth noting there's one point of separation between charitable organizations and some religious organizations. Religious organizations that are deemed “churches” get an additional benefit that even charities don't enjoy: They don't need to file a yearly information return, known as Form 990. For instance, the Muslim Public Affairs Council is a religious organization, tax-exempt under 501(c)(3), but it's not designated as a church. It must file yearly financial reports detailing revenue, assets, expenses, and liabilities, among other things.Church status removes the public reporting requirement and obfuscates what sorts of revenue the organization is raising and where that revenue is being spent. In conjunction with unchecked involvement in the political process, this provides a uniquely dangerous inroad for dark money into politics. In sum, the “church” designation is particularly vulnerable to this kind of abuse, but the IRS needs to revamp its approach to all 501(c)(3) entities and crack down on violations of the restrictions on political intervention. IRS Must Enforce 501(c)(3) Limits for Religious Groups, Charities Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

According to political scientist Ryan Burge, the group of people in American society most likely to be highly engaged in political action are not evangelicals, as we've been led to believe. They are in fact atheists. “Let me put it plainly,” Burge wrote, “atheists are the most politically active group in American politics today, and the Democrats (and some Republicans) ignore them at their own peril.”   In a slew of indicators—from actions as simple as putting up a yard sign, to the more proactive of attending a protest march—atheists not only outdid their evangelical neighbors but, in most cases, were the most likely group to put money and time toward partisan activities.  Given the common perception that the religiously minded are most prone to political action, we'd be justified to ask just how this false narrative came to be taken for granted. However, an even more interesting question is why so many atheists live ultra concerned about truth and justice in political matters, given that their worldview commits them to a world without ultimate grounding for either? If the world is nothing more than ever-shifting arrangements of atoms, quarks, and leptons, why would we direct any passion toward the political realm?  At least part of the answer is what might be called “the Ricky Gervais solution.” Gervais is the acerbic British comedian known for both skewering Hollywood elites and insisting on atheism in film, television, and real life. In a scene from one of his shows, his character is accosted by a stereotypically dim-witted believer who cannot fathom that someone would not believe in an afterlife. Why even bother to care about things, she asks, if this life is all there is? Gervais retorts that it's precisely because this life is all we have that we should live what little we get to the fullest.  Historian Tom Holland argues that this is how modern atheism preaches a version of the “good news” about overthrowing idols and leading others to a better life. In this sense, Holland writes, “Atheism in the contemporary West is less a repudiation of Christianity than a logical endpoint of one of its key trends.”  The great passion of modern atheists to make things right in the world comes not so much from rejection of God's existence but from an anger against Him for the way He made it. The French philosopher Albert Camus argued that the atheist, as a metaphysical rebel,  defies more than he denies. Originally, at least, he does not suppress God; he merely talks to Him as an equal. But it is not a polite dialogue. It is a polemic animated by the desire to conquer. The slave begins by demanding justice and ends by wanting to wear a crown.  Or, as C.S. Lewis put it when describing his atheist days,  I was at this time living, like so many Atheists or Antitheists, in a whirl of contradictions. I maintained that God did not exist. I was also very angry with God for not existing. I was equally angry with Him for creating a world.  This era of atheist activism presents Christians with a unique opportunity. (Two, in fact.) First, there is opportunity for co-belligerency. Even if ultimately unwarranted, by expressing a great passion for justice and truth in our world, atheists often reach a point of common ground with Christians, namely the rising power and intolerance of “wokeism” and our culture's critical theory mood.   According to Evan Griggs, an agnostic writing in The European Conservative,   Those of us committed to fighting back against the “woke” must come to terms with the fact that only Christianity is potent enough to defeat the cult of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Non-believers need not convert, but it is time for us to get out of the way.  The other opportunity is the ever-present potential for loving our unbelieving neighbors. Whenever an atheist expresses a passion for justice, they are making a tacit admission that there must be more to life than what their worldview allows. We can remind them that the human dignity upon which they insist is rooted in Christian convictions about the imago Dei. We can offer an explanation for the presence of evil in the world, not as an illusion or fabrication or mere inconvenience, but as a real aspect of life after the fall.   We as Christians also have reason for hope that goes beyond mere wishful thinking for circumstances to change and for good to triumph over evil. We look for the restoration of all good things by the work of Jesus Christ, according to the will of the loving God Who created atheists, yet Whom they deny.   This Breakpoint was co-authored by Dr. Timothy D. Padgett. For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

Vermonters share stories of finding spiritual connections outside of traditional religious organizations.

A story teller first and foremost, Peter is the author of two books; the Amazon best seller, Stop The Tall Man, Save The Tiger, which tells the story of his escape from a tiny religious cult, and The Blue Team, his novel about faith and basketball. You never know you are in a cult.You only know you were in a cult.Prior to his writing career, Peter was a sports broadcaster for over 20 years telling the stories of great athletes all over the world, while working for CBS, ESPN, OLN, and other networks. He also has spoken publicly about the principles in his books here at home as well as in several foreign countries.Thank you Peter for coming on the show and sharing your fascinating story!Learn more about Peter and his books at: authorpeteryoung.com If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

The Biden administration seeks to change a Trump-era rule that protects religious student groups, saying it's redundant. The rule suspends federal funding to colleges that restrict the activities of religious groups on campus. Republican lawmakers are pushing back against the Biden administration's plan to negotiate an accord with the World Health Organization. The accord would give the WHO centralized authority over the U.S. pandemic response. Vivek Ramaswamy is throwing his hat into the 2024 presidential race. The biotech entrepreneur is the author of “Woke, Incorporated: Inside Corporate America's Social Justice Scam.” ⭕️Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

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Vince Coglianese speaks with Scott Walker, former Governor of Wisconsin about the Biden administration trying to end Religious Groups on campus.  For more coverage on the issues that matter to you visit www.WMAL.com, download the WMAL app or tune in live on WMAL-FM 105.9 from 3-6pm.   To join the conversation, check us out on social media: @WMAL @VinceCoglianeseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour of The Vince Coglianese Show, Vince speaks with Scott Walker, former Governor of Wisconsin about the Biden administration trying to end Religious Groups on campus. Biden has a history of lying where he grew up. Vince speaks with Jennie Taer, Investigative Reporter for The Daily Caller News Foundation about her viral video tracking down Pete Buttigieg last night asking when he plans to visit East Palestine. Taer says she was on her “personal time” too. Mara Gay from the NYT complains about free speech on social media.   For more coverage on the issues that matter to you visit www.WMAL.com, download the WMAL app or tune in live on WMAL-FM 105.9 from 3-6pm.   To join the conversation, check us out on social media: @WMAL @VinceCoglianeseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A UC Berkeley study estimates there are about 38,000 acres of land owned by faith groups in California, an area roughly the size of Stockton, that are largely going unused. Some churches want to build affordable housing on that extra land— but building any kind of housing in California means jumping through a lot of hoops. Reporter Adhiti Bandlamudi finds out what it would take for houses of worship to house people in God's backyard. Additional Reading: California Churches Want to Build Affordable Housing on Their Land, So Why Is It So Hard? Transcript of this episode Preorder the Bay Curious Book! Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org  Chronicle Books. International buyers go here! Your support makes KQED podcasts possible. You can show your love by going to https://kqed.org/donate/podcasts This story was reported by Adhiti Bandlamudi. Bay Curious is made by Olivia Allen-Price, Katrina Schwartz, Amanda Font and Brendan Willard. Special thanks to Erika Kelly, Christopher Beale and Paul Lancour for their help on this story.

According to Christianity Today, Belarus is cracking down on religious dissent. The new policies come from an earlier case when a Pentecostal group wasn't allowed to meet together without registering with the government but also wasn't allowed to register since there were only 13 people. When the group appealed the decision, they received unexpected support from the United Nations. Eager to avoid further embarrassment, Belarus is now taking steps to prevent minority faiths from getting outside aid.  Of course, dictatorships are never keen on those who refuse to march to the state's drum, especially religious dissenters. As Francis Schaeffer once argued, no state that claims total authority can tolerate those who recognize a power higher than itself. Thus, conflict between religion and dictatorship is inevitable.   Which is why religious liberty should never be reduced to a special pleading by quirky groups to practice their hobbies. It makes possible the essential freedom to dissent from those who hold the strings of power.