The Stream The theological schisms that had a dramatic impact on church history are, unfortunately, not a thing of the past. At a time when various Christian bodies have been trying to reconcile and heal centuries-old rifts and misunderstandings, a new break is currently taking place — this time concerning “a landmark ruling approved last December by Pope Francis that Roman … [Read more...]
Video: The Torching of Churches in Canada
I recently discussed the ongoing torching of churches in Canada on The Frontline with Joe & Joe: … [Read more...]
Dracula Is Turning in His Coffin: Wokeism Mars Another Potentially Good Film
Recently, while traveling by plane, I decided to pass the time by watching one of the movies offered. I settled on "The Last Voyage of the Demeter," which is based on a chapter of Dracula (1897), by Bram Stoker. Having read that novel a couple of decades ago and, moreover, having an interest in the actual Vlad III Dracula, I figured why not? Before long, I was reminded why I … [Read more...]
A Look at True Systemic Discrimination: America vs Egypt
Coptic Solidarity Generally speaking, which nations are more prejudiced and discriminatory—Western or non-Western nations? Listening to Western media, the answer seems clear enough: the West, still dominated by ethnically white people, is rife with systematic racism, unlike the much more egalitarian, non-white and non-Western world. Nor does it seem to matter how many … [Read more...]
‘Shut Up and Wash Some Feet!’ Super Bowl Commercial Promotes Doormat Christianity
Once again, Christians are being reminded that their sole and exclusive function in life is to be doormats for all and sundry. One of Super Bowl Sunday’s ads, titled “Foot Washing,” consists of several consecutive images of people washing the feet of other people. As might be expected, the ad was infused with a very not so subtle political element: the majority of those … [Read more...]