Religion and Civic Life

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Barcelona. Monument to Christopher Columbus.
Barcelona. Monument to Christopher Columbus.
Scott S. Powell
October 4, 2023
Religion and Civic Life

Why Columbus Day Should Be Celebrated

Scott S. Powell
October 4, 2023
Religion and Civic Life
Seen from the big picture, Columbus Day is worth keeping and honoring because it was foundational to founding a new nation by people who largely shared the core beliefs and the qualities of character that were also exhibited by Columbus. Read More ›
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Memorial Day -Arlington
Memorial Day -Arlington
Scott S. Powell and Ann H. McLean
September 27, 2023
Religion and Civic Life

Removing the Reconciliation Monument From Arlington Cemetery—Illegal and a Disgrace

Scott S. Powell and Ann H. McLean
September 27, 2023
Religion and Civic Life
Why should Americans oppose the decision of the now disbanded “Congressional Naming Commission”  to remove from Arlington Cemetery the Moses Ezekiel Reconciliation Monument—one of the greatest works of art in that hallowed ground? Read More ›
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ON TOP OF THE WORLD
ON TOP OF THE WORLD
Scott S. Powell
September 4, 2023
Religion and Civic Life

Labor Day: Celebrating the Vision of Human Flourishing

Scott S. Powell
September 4, 2023
Religion and Civic Life
For most people, Labor Day is a rather vague holiday without the clarity and meaning typically associated with other holidays. Yet in its most complete context, Labor Day should be recognized as the holiday that celebrates not only labor, but also the ideas, job creators, and institutions central to the flourishing of the United States and its people. Read More ›
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Nancy Pearcey
June 27, 2023
Religion and Civic Life

The Toxic War on Masculinity

Nancy Pearcey
June 27, 2023
Religion and Civic Life

“Why Can’t We Hate Men?” asks a headline in the Washington Post. A trendy hashtag is #KillAllMen. Books are sold titled I Hate Men, No Good Men, and Are Men Necessary? How did an ideology arise that condemns masculinity as dangerous and destructive?     Bestselling author Nancy Pearcey has a knack for tackling the tough issues of our day. A former agnostic, Pearcey Read More ›

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Christian Easter concept. Jesus Christ resurrection. Empty tomb of Jesus with light. Born to Die, Born to Rise.
Christian Easter concept. Jesus Christ resurrection. Empty tomb of Jesus with light. Born to Die, Born to Rise. "He is not here he is risen". Savior, Messiah, Redeemer, Gospel. Alive. Miracle
Scott S. Powell
April 6, 2023
Religion and Civic Life

Jesus Christ’s Resurrection: The Best Documented Event of Ancient History

Scott S. Powell
April 6, 2023
Religion and Civic Life
It turns out that Easter, which has its ultimate meaning in the resurrection, is one of ancient history’s most carefully scrutinized and best-attested events. The resurrection is real and changes everything. Easter is the commemoration and celebration of the single event that transformed the world forever. Read More ›