Patheos May 2026 Featured Writer: Philip Jenkins

Last updated on: May 1, 2026 at 6:14 pm By Alan Crandall

Philip Jenkins is Distinguished Professor of History at Baylor University, where he is based in the Institute for Studies of Religion. Born in Wales in 1952, he was educated at Clare College, University of Cambridge, earning a prestigious “Double First” degree (Double First-Class Honors) and his doctorate in History in 1978. After teaching at Penn State University for over three decades, he joined Baylor, where he continues to explore the intersection of history, faith, and global religion. The Economist has called... Read more

Patheos April 2026 Featured Writer: Dr. Lee Ann B. Marino

Last updated on: April 1, 2026 at 10:51 am By Alan Crandall

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Dr. Lee Ann B. Marino, Ph.D., D.Min., D.D. (she/her) is affectionately known as “the Spitfire” and “everyone’s favorite theologian.” She has served in ministry since 1998, was ordained as a pastor in 2002 and an apostle in 2010, and founded what is now Sanctuary Apostolic Fellowship Empowerment (SAFE) Ministries in 2004. Today she serves as founder and Overseer of Sanctuary International Fellowship Tabernacle (SIFT)—the original home of National Coming Out Sunday—and Chancellor of Apostolic Covenant Theological Seminary (ACTS). Her expertise... Read more

Patheos March 2026 Featured Writer: Stuart Delony

Last updated on: March 2, 2026 at 5:57 pm By Alan Crandall

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Stuart Delony is a former ordained minister turned podcaster, writer, and self-described “amateur heretic.” After years in pastoral ministry, he grew disillusioned with the power dynamics of institutional Christianity and traded the pulpit for a microphone. Today, he hosts Snarky Faith, a podcast with over 370 episodes that blends sharp wit with thoughtful critique of faith, politics, and culture. The show is part of the Quoircast Network and Patheos Podcast Network and continues to reach a growing audience of listeners... Read more

Patheos February 2026 Featured Writer: BJ Oropeza

Last updated on: January 28, 2026 at 11:46 am By Alan Crandall

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B.J. Oropeza, Ph.D., is Professor of Biblical and Religious Studies at Azusa Pacific University and Seminary. He earned his doctorate in New Testament Theology from Durham University (England) under the supervision of James D.G. Dunn and Loren T. Stuckenbruck, two of the field’s most influential scholars. A recognized authority on Pauline literature, intertextuality, and apostasy in the New Testament, Oropeza has held visiting scholar positions at Princeton Theological Seminary and the University of Tübingen, and was elected to membership in... Read more

Patheos January 2026 Featured Writer: Brad Vaughn

Last updated on: January 28, 2026 at 11:47 am By Alan Crandall

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Brad Vaughn (fka “Jackson Wu”) currently teaches Humane Letters at the Arete Preparatory Academy in Arizona, having spent many years teaching at several colleges and universities. Originally from Texas, he spent 15 years in East Asia, where he helped found an accredited seminary for Chinese students. He has a B.S. in Applied Mathematics and an M.A. in Philosophy (both from Texas A&M), an M.Div (Gordon-Conwell), and a PhD in Theology from SEBTS. His research specializations include biblical contextualization, missiology, and... Read more

The 2025 Most-Read Faith Articles: Politics Dominated

Last updated on: December 27, 2025 at 10:38 pm By Travis Henry

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As 2025 winds down, I’ve spent some time looking back—really looking—at what resonated most with readers this year. And while Patheos publishes across a wide spectrum of beliefs, practices, and lived experiences, a clear pattern emerged from the traffic charts: politics. Lots of it. For as long as I have been here, I’ve tried to steer our editorial direction toward stories that deepen understanding rather than amplify division. Our mission has remained steady: to provide credible resources, stories, and... Read more

Dig Into History: Join Our Biblical Archaeology Live Stream!

Last updated on: December 24, 2025 at 11:31 am By Travis Henry

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From the Late Bronze Age through the fall of Jerusalem, this binge-worthy marathon takes you on an archaeological journey through the ancient world of the Bible. You’ll explore: The tools and techniques that unlock ancient secrets The Canaanites, Philistines, and Israelites—who they really were Jerusalem’s hidden past, from King David to King Josiah Epic battles and sieges, backed by real archaeological evidence The fall of a kingdom and the beginning of exile STREAMING NOW THROUGH JANUARY 1st AT SELECT TIMES. Each episode... Read more

Patheos December 2025 Featured Writer: Xavier Scott Preston

Last updated on: January 28, 2026 at 11:46 am By Alan Crandall

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Xavier Scott Preston is a multifaceted professional and Washington, D.C. native whose work bridges the worlds of sports, ministry, and spoken word poetry. He holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Sport Management from Liberty University, as well as a Master of Arts in Urban Ministry from Grand Canyon University. With a strong foundation in leadership and service, Xavier currently serves as a columnist for Patheos, where he writes culturally relevant, faith-based articles that engage readers in meaningful dialogue.... Read more

Patheos November 2025 Featured Writer: Dr. Shweta Goyal

Last updated on: January 28, 2026 at 11:46 am By Alan Crandall

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Dr. Goyal is a dedicated teacher, author, and researcher whose work bridges the worlds of science, education, and spirituality. With a Master of Science in Mathematics and Science and a Doctor of Philosophy in Education, she has built her academic career around advancing STEM education and promoting gender equity, particularly the empowerment and work–life balance of women. Her professional journey, rooted in research and pedagogy, took an inspiring turn toward motivational speaking following a period of personal adversity. During that... Read more

Latter-day Saints President Dallin H. Oaks News Reactions

Last updated on: January 28, 2026 at 11:47 am By Travis Henry

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On Oct. 14, 2025, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced that Dallin H. Oaks, 93, has been set apart as the faith’s 18th president and prophet, with Henry B. Eyring as first counselor and D. Todd Christofferson as second counselor; Jeffrey R. Holland was named president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. The news had news outlets summarizing the succession norms, the reorganization of the First Presidency, and early themes from President Oaks’s remarks. Here’s a... Read more

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