State of Belief

05/28/2024

 How did phrases like “One nation under God” become part of the Pledge of Allegiance, and “In God We Trust” become America’s national motto? As Christian Nationalism becomes more and more mainstream, experts like Brian Kaylor are examining the origins of these religious elements i...

03/26/2024

Powerful new Paul Raushenbush interview on The State of Belief with the authors of "Surviving God: A New Vision of God Through the Eyes of Sexual Abuse Survivors," Grace Ji-Sun Kim and Susan Shaw. Book drops TODAY!

The insidious and chronic nature of church s*xual abuse is an outgrowth of patriarchal concepts of the divine that provide theological cover for abusers and shame for their victims, said the authors of a new book on theologies of abuse. Language depicting God as “father,” “king,” “master,....

01/21/2024

 In times of conflict and division, we all look for inspiration in different places. And for so many, it’s faith and spirituality that sustains us, drawing us closer to community and helping us to find meaning even when the world around us feels hopeless. This week on The State of Belief, In...

01/15/2024

King’s life gives us a blueprint to fight the religious right.

01/10/2024

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12/26/2023

 It may feel like there’s little to laugh about these days… But the fact is, seeking out joy and amusement is even more important when things seem grin. This key to emotional resilience is just one part of the ground we cover on this week’s The State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s...

12/23/2023

12/23/2023

Hi NY & DC, I'm kicking off my book launch with you. Come say hi and get your book signed! Join me in NY on Jan 8 & 10 and in D.C. on Jan 11. Tickets can be purchased here, https://ikar.org/the-amen-effect-book-tour/

12/23/2023

Still our favorite interfaith holidays post 😹