Wakeley, a Sydney suburb far from tourist hotspots, became the center of a global debate on freedom of speech after a terrorist attack on Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel. The Australian eSafety Commissioner ordered the removal of graphic footage from social media, sparking controversy with tech billionaire Elon Musk. Should such content be censored globally? The debate rages on.
Making Sense of the Chaos: Are We Living in Postnormal Times?
In a world of chaos and uncertainty, we are in a phase described as “Postnormal times” by scholar Ziauddin Sardar. Explore the challenges and changes in our globalized society.
8th Circuit – EEOC Argues Against Religious Discrimination Claim of Terminated Metalworker
Thomas More Society attorneys will argue against the Biden Administration and Arconic in a case involving religious discrimination against fired metalworker Daniel Snyder.
Pepperdine Caruso Law Hosts 2024 Nootbaar Fellows Workshop and Conference on “Charting the Future of Church and State”
Pepperdine to Host Religion and Law Conference Feb 8 and 9
Adventist Church publishes Small Group Bible Study Guides on Religious Liberty
Introducing InVerse, a Sabbath School Bible Study Guide by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, focused on religious liberty for young adults. Authored by Pastor Joe Reeves with prophetic interpretations, historical references, and inspired writings. Order physical copies or download online.
Pepperdine Caruso School of Law receives gift from Founders’ First Freedom for Law and Religion Fellows Program and Conference
The Popularity and Pitfalls of Christian Nationalism
If we wish to apply the Bible’s teachings faithfully in this subject, we should repudiate Christian Nationalism and seek a better way to address the issues plaguing modern society.
Stephen Allred addresses Christian Nationalism in new Review article
Ordained pastor and attorney Stephen Allred has tackled the issue of Christian Nationalism in a recent article in the Adventist Review. He addresses the concerns people of faith have about current events and the trajectory of society, but points to the Gospel rather than political control power as what it takes to truly change the world
High School Students Take on Capitol Hill in Summer Intensive Sponsored by Founders’ First Freedom
A program co-sponsored by Founders’ First Freedom and the Byington Center and hosted by Washington Adventist University gave thirteen high school students front-row seats to history this summer.