Is it better to attend church burnt out and stressed, or occasionally stay home but miss corporate worship?

How my sugary-sweet chick lit relationships turned on me.

Group must allow leaders who disagree with its statement of faith.

This week's culture war flashpoints: Father's Day and Home Depot.

Some see Fellowship Tabernacle's Al Miller as hero who ended a drug war. Police say he broke the law.

Bizarre French film is superfluous bourgeois ridiculousness—it's pretty to look at but too confounding to really enjoy.

Despite an all-star comedy team (Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, and more), this "family" flick is too juvenile and crass for viewers of any age. Ugh.

The role of fathers may be changing, but it's no less essential.

What my dysfunctional prostate taught me about Jesus.

Moral, theological, and ethical questions behind 'ella,' a new pill to prevent pregnancy.

Despite the star power and onscreen chemistry of Cruise and Diaz, this wild and crazy action/comedy just has too many holes to work well.

Bruce Marchiano, who played the Son of God in 1993's Matthew, now wants to make a film based on the Gospel of John. But he needs a few dollars—45 million, in fact.

Rebecca Project founder Malika Saada Saar explains how Craigslist became the medium for human trafficking.

Why the introduction of a stereotypical Christian character on the popular show Glee could be reason to celebrate.

Political advocacy groups focused their attention on a report that the federal government gave money to organizations that perform abortion.

Overly violent and unaccomplished on all fronts, this disaster may end up being one of the worst films of the year.

This unconventional love triangle gets a lot of laughs out of awkward tension and explores the challenges of being honest amid complicated relationships.

This indie film about an Ozark teen fighting for her family's survival is a bleak and beautiful triumph.

In what might be Pixar's best movie ever, Andy heads off to college while Buzz, Woody, and the rest of the gang face a new and more dangerous life.

Unrest in southern Kyrgyzstan undercuts hopes for evangelism boom under new government.

Sometimes the most meaningful moments get lost in the busyness of life.

Why I showed my son a music video from one of pop culture's hottest artists.

Six dead, 80 injured at prayer rally protesting revised constitution.

Lessons gleaned from 'Animal Vegetable Miracle', Barbara Kingsolver's tale of eating only homegrown food for a year.

A guide to what the Southern Baptist Convention is arguing over today.

With 'Toy Story 3' now in theaters, it's a good time to reflect on two of the greatest virtues found in Pixar's films.

Why our narrative about sex, dating, and marriage is a gospel priority.

Bioethicist asks: 'Why don't we make ourselves the last generation on earth?'

Some high-achieving women have the 'impostor syndrome—the ingrained sense that they don't belong at the table of influence.

A lovely, melancholy fairy tale that falters toward the end.

The oil spill is the top major issue for some political groups, while other groups fought the EPA from regulating greenhouse gases.

Although it fails to live up to the 1984 original, the star power of Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan helps make this martial arts underdog story a winner.

A new study shows why caring for aging parents more often falls on women than on men.

This remake is cheesy, preposterous, silly, and completely fun thanks to the chemistry and charisma of the crack commando unit.

Where did we get the idea that the church should be a place that makes people feel comfortable?

How the birds mired in the Gulf oil spill teach us to properly grieve.

In case you missed them the first time, the newest posts that got our readers talking.

Documentary explores the question, "What is a megachurch?"

The revised edition of William Cutrer and Sandra Glahn's 'When Empty Arms Become a Heavy Burden' is an encouraging, if limited, resource.

A review of 'I Am Hutterite', Mary Ann Kirkby's memoir of growing up in a radical Anabaptist community.

The Christian's duty to promote peace is now.

Why separating can be pro-family.

This cautionary tale about science without boundaries goes to such lengths to "cross the line" narratively that it leaves the big questions behind.

The Federal Communications Commission recently mandated that anyone using wireless microphones on the 700 MHz band must stop.

The backlash to the video of 8-year-olds gyrating to Beyonce suggests there's still hope for our culture.

What our regular bloggers are taking to the pool.

Woes and blessings of the oil spill.

Consider adding these recent releases to your summer reading list.