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Georgia Pastor Says a Rabbit’s Foot Won’t Help You, But God Totally Will

All superstitions are equally absurd. Jesus doesn't change that.

Evangelist Franklin Graham’s NYC COVID Tents Are Gone; So Is His Anti-LGBTQ Hate

He set up a makeshift hospital that was best known for bigotry.

Catholic Kerfuffle Erupts Over Cardinal’s Signature on COVID Conspiracy Letter

Cardinal Robert Sarah says he didn't sign the conspiratorial letter. The reality is more complicated.

Pastor Who Often Asked Atheists “How’s That Working Out For You?” Dies of Suicide

Life is rough whether or not you're religious. If you need help, please seek it out.

Podcast Ep. 321: Churches Shouldn’t Get Pandemic Stimulus Money Unless…

This week, we talked about Jim Bakker, face masks on Jesus, and when churches deserve bailout money.

When Witch-Hunter Cotton Mather Faced an Epidemic, He Chose Science Over Faith

The 18th century preacher chose science when it matters. Why won't Christians do the same today?

Former GOP Lawmaker: If Grocery Stores Are Open, Then Churches Should Be Too!

Who wants to tell him you can't get food over Zoom?

Christian Woman Says a Demon Tormented Her Armpit Because of Her Deodorant

Religion is weird.

Christians Lash Out Against “Oppression” of Anderson Cooper’s Surrogate Mother

Imagine being this upset over a happy new father.

Sikh Doctors Shave Beards to Fight COVID: “This Was an Exception to the Rule”

While some Christian preachers put others in danger, these Sikhs sacrificed a tenet of their faith to help everyone.