One-third of all twenty-somethings now describe their religious affiliation as, “none.” The biggest surprise in national study was that Evangelical Protestant denominations have suffered almost as much decline in the last ten or fifteen years as liberal main line churches. -Diana Butler Bass, Author, Christianity After Religion
Vikings vs. The Bible: Why History Channel Won’t/Can’t Market Faith? by Craig Detweiler, PhD
I can’t understand why the History Channel would promote The Vikings while ignoring the equally epic ten-hour mini series that precedes it on The Bible.
Bezalel Rising: Gary David Stratton Speaks at Princeton on Hollywood Storytelling and Culture-Making Communities of Faith, by Sue Yonker
Bezalel was called to create art worthy of bearing the presence of God (Exodus 35), and to do so in a Spirit-empowered learning community of masters and apprentices. To flourish in the 21st century and bring life to a floundering culture, our churches, colleges, and seminaries must learn to foster ‘Bezalel communities’ that bear the same qualities.
Speaker and Panelist Bios for Princeton’s “For Such a Time As This” Media Conference
God’s call to Esther was one of urgency. In order to save a generation from extermination, God strategically positioned Esther in a key leadership position. Can the Church reposition its voices to effectively address the important questions of morality and Christian values in this generation?
Princeton Theological Seminary’s “For Such a Time as This Media Panel” (2/19/2013) explores how the church and marketplace ministers can “step up to bat” with relevance and engagement.
DeVon Franklin and Gary David Stratton at Princeton Theological Seminary’s ‘Morality in Media’ Conference
This could be an historic event in the journey toward the Protestant church in America fully embracing artists in general and filmmakers in particular.
The Spiritual Lives of Christian College Students, by Todd W. Hall, PhD
An introduction to five-part series based upon Todd’s five-year research project on the spirituality of students at Christian colleges. The data from more than 3,000 Christian college students across the United States and Canada provides a fascinating snapshot of how…
God and the Super Bowl: Ray Lewis Says God Doesn’t Pick Winners, by Adena Andrews
More than one-quarter of Americans believe that God will influence the outcome of tomorrow’s Super Bowl, but Ray Lewis, one of the most outspoken believers in the NFL, isn’t buying it.
God and the Super Bowl? Awesome Infographic!
Does pre-game prayer or Bible tattoos matter more to God? Who will win the Super Bowl? One in three Americans think God decides the outcome of the game. This great infographic lays out data from nationwide study of football and faith.
Who will win the Super Bowl? 3-in-10 Americans Say God Will Influence the Final Score
Americans are just as likely to say they watch sports at least once a week as they are to say they attend a worship service, but the Super Bowl is where these two pastimes really come together!
Hookup Culture: Why Millennials Struggle With Attachment and Relationships, by Mike Friesen
Historic Christian morality and modren neuroscience have come to the same conclusion: When people have sex it forms a nearly inseparable bond. So why are Christian Millennials “hooking up”?
Wonderstruck: An Interview with Author Margaret Feinberg
Living wonderstruck is about recognizing that God is busting at the seams to display His glory, might, and power in our lives—and live on the look out.
‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ (1946) Bridge Video Clip: Top Christmas Movies for 2012
Frank Capra’s masterpiece is not just a great Christmas movie, it is one of the ten best films ever made.