Category: Culture

  • Islam: Geert Wilders finally releases his openly anti-Islamic film. Oil: The price of oil goes up to $107 US. I’m glad I don’t own a car. Catholicism:  Americans ask: Who’s this Pope Benedict guy anyway? Culture: Does virtual worship actually draw people into the physical Church buildings? Journalism: Apparently good news is no news on…

  • Law: Indian court clears Richard Gere of obscenity. They did not comment on his acting ability. Culture: Is Polyamory the next part of the Anglican “listening process”? Conference: Video is now available for all main sessions at the text and context conference. They are really good talks, but a sizable investment of time (about 80…

  • The Bible says that I am to “by the Spirit put to death the deeds of the flesh” (Romans 8:13b) so that I may live. I used to think that that was just the things that are “sinful”, meaning all the negative rules that people consider to be part of the Christian religion…. you know,…

  • Neighbour rage: In Italy a trial begins for those accused of killing their neighbours because of too much noise. Shocker: After several deaths in Canada due to tasers, a study finds that they may not be safe. Christianity: The Associated Press finally notices the Christian bestseller “Blue Like Jazz” Caveat: If you wrestle in Jello,…

  • Religion and Science: Pope Benedict again wades into the debate. Faith and Brains: (from 2 weeks ago) John Stackhouse publishes an impatient response to the questions about education and faith. Newfoundland and…. Poland?: The local paper of record makes very superficial links between Poland and Newfoundland. Gee, maybe I should apply for a reporting job.…