Let’s get the praise for this story about praise music and hymnody out of the way first.
Journalism highs and lows: Christianity and gays edition
I’m elated to be able to highlight a wonderful article headlined “Christians’ views vary on gay marriage.” The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette news piece shared just that — how Christians view marriage and why.
Crush Davis wrestles with anger issues, with God's help
I realize that GetReligion readers have repeatedly demonstrated their lack of interest in the world of sports or, at the very least, media coverage of stories that mix faith and sports. I remain a pretty intense sports fan, based in Baltimore.
Holy Scouts! Southern Baptists didn't do what we expected!
So, when push came to shove, what did the Southern Baptist Convention decide to do about the Boy Scouts of America?
Religion journalists save the day for young scribes
Last night I had the privilege of moderating a panel discussion for The Fund for American Studies’ Institute on Political Journalism. This summer program gives students internships at media organizations, coursework in politics and economics, and other features (such as mentors to guide you as you start your career).
Calvinism debate shakes up Southern Baptist Convention
Former GetReligionista and current Religion News Service national correspondent Sarah Pulliam Bailey developed a short quiz to gauge readers’ knowledge:
Southern Baptists on the downhill statistical slide?
Political reporters learn about St. Augustine. Chaos ensues.
You’ll never guess what uncontroversial Christian doctrine this Republican candidate and/or office-holder believes!
Pod people: 'Mass exodus' from the Boy Scouts?
One of the wonderful things about writing is the ability to type something, decide it’s not precisely exactly what you wanted to say, delete it and start over.

