The former director of the Human Genome Project hopes to show compatibility between Christianity and science.

One group is urging a boycott while another group says Latinos should take part in the census.

The Philadelphia painter finds 'gritty physicality' in motherhood and in faith.

Nature's enduring value is not in what it can provide us.

She may be a bit biased, but her response is still spot-on.

The home of Aaron Shust and Chris Sligh lives up to its name with a bold way of doing business—and a few brash words for the "greed and backstabbing" in Christian music.

Two films chronicle China's endeavor to flood entire cultures via the "progress" of building the world's largest dam.

Lila Rose's pro-life activism may be breaking state privacy laws. But does it matter?

"Real" fashion models may present as many problems as their hyper-stylized counterparts.

What names did a pastor use on a singles' site? Why did Saddleback recently apologize? How much do you know about this week's news?

The president has used the mountainside sermon several times in recent years to explain policy.

A sentimental comedy asks some hard questions about the afterlife in this story of an unlikely friendship between an old man and a young boy.

What could have been pure schmaltz and formula is instead a masterful film about friendship, grace, and humility.

Carrie Prejean might have stood up for Christian sexual ethics by skipping the Miss USA pageant altogether.

They might just step up and do something.

Pastors' messages continue through TV, radio, and the Internet, even as some listeners probably don't even know they're gone.

Glorious nature cinematography tracks three animal families over the course of a year—and the whole film points to the beauty and wonder of Creation.

When compassion for animals goes too far.

More than 100 family members pay last respects to the late gospel patriarch. PLUS: Stryper reunites for album, tour; Sara Groves on Capitol Hill; and more.

An unforgettable summer brings a young boy a memorable glimpse of hypocrisy and sin that will change him forever ... but the movie's not all that great.

Questions linger as last of Nadya Suleman's octuplets heads home.

Some otherwise loving believers could use a remedial course in table manners.

Churches and charitable institutions provide services that some politicians feel belong to the federal government.

No merely civil religion alone can sustain a free republic.

Why I got a second tattoo after the first one was a complete mess.

The former Speaker of the House speaks to CT about the future of the Republican Party and his conversion to Catholicism.

What is a New York City pastor accused of stealing church funds for? How much did the Obamas give to faith-based groups? How much do you think you know about this week's news?

After 2,600 columns and 11 books, the syndicated columnist shares his 'wit and wisdom.'

The war on drugs gets personal in this harrowing true story of a young mother forced to choose between her family and her principles.

Zac Efron turns in a decent performance as a man who time travels back to his teens with a second shot at life, only to realize that his first shot was just fine after all.

Pulse-pounding intrigue abounds in this thriller about a team of reporters who set out to solve the murder of a congressman's mistress and uncover a political conspiracy.

Are there really none?

How Easter Sunday can become the unhealthy denial of death.

Some couples pay the hefty price of storing frozen embryos, despite increasing pressure to donate them for scientific research.

Arrested for crimes she didn't commit, Regina Kelly fought for her rights—and won. Here's her story, also told in a drama releasing to theaters this week.

Beekeeping reminds me of the many tasks before me—and my dependence on others.

It's up to the viewer of 'Finger of God' to determine whose they are.

But pastors disagree whether last week's court decision should mean more activism on the issue.

Short reviews of new albums by Sarah Brendel, Heather Headley, and Judd & Maggie.

On their first album in 8 years, Buddy and Julie are brilliant.

Thomas Farr says it's time for policies that actually improve liberty around the world.

The smash Disney sitcom about an American teen and her pop star alter ego gets the big screen treatment, with tween-pleasing results.

Christian atheists, Saddleback's busy Easter, and more.

Why we don't always want to meet the resurrected Lord.

N. T. Wright says the Gospels' Resurrection accounts are odd because they are fresh.

Today is the last day for arguments supporting medical workers' right to refuse to provide care that violates their conscience.

Hannah Montana star Miley Cyrus, a Christian, embraces the idea of being a role model while also admitting she's flawed.

The megachurch pastor who faced backlash for praying at the President's inauguration talks to CT about politics, a new magazine, and the economy.

President Hamid Karzai agreed to review the law after outcries from Western agencies.

Sara Watkins goes solo while her old band, Nickel Creek, goes on hiatus.

When a farmer gives his life to Christ, he finds not only transformation but a new direction, becoming the "South African Billy Graham."

What the wounds of Jesus can — and can't — tell us about our resurrection bodies.

The medium has a long way to go in its portrayal of both women and Christians, but ABC's Lost may be a promising start.

What the Cross and Resurrection teach us about forgiveness.

William Lobdell's rejection of faith seems less examined than his own reporting for the Los Angeles Times.

Part Two of 'Meanwhile, What about the Women and Children?'

Do you know how many think so? Test your knowledge of the week's religion news.

A chapter from Through Painted Deserts.