Capitol and Cathedral
I wouldn't want the state to harshly fine me if I declined to arrange flowers for the Westboro Baptist Church's annual banquet. Read more
I wouldn't want the state to harshly fine me if I declined to arrange flowers for the Westboro Baptist Church's annual banquet. Read more
During the imposition of ashes, we don't need to fight the church's greatest conflict. It is a moment of repentance for all Christians, gay and straight. Read more
Capitol & Cathedral had focused mostly on religion in the 2016 election. In 2017 I will continue writing about the intersection of faith and public life. Read more
This is a vital, provocative question. I would be so curious to hear from others. Should we forsake race? What would that look like? Would it help? Read more
In recent years, the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) has distinguished itself as the premier conservative evangelical political advocacy group. Read more
Seasoned executives may possess vital skills for presidential success that career politicians often lack. But there is a broad debate about whether and how business acumen translates to presidential effectiveness. Read more
Trump may be an unlikely hero, but Americans who wish to criminalize abortion will have no choice but to cheer his leadership on the issue. Read more
New York Times Executive Editor Dean Baquet may not “get” religion, but he shouldn’t throw his colleagues under the bus. Read more
Critics rightly point out that Trump is obnoxious and unchristian. But the Washington National Cathedral should not deny its ministry to him on the occasion of his inauguration. Read more
Faith leaders, including some Trump critics, will pray at the inauguration: Samuel Rodriguez, Timothy Dolan, Paula White, Franklin Graham, Marvin Heir, and Wayne Jackson. Read more
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