Texas Appeals Court Dismisses Case Over Cheerleader Banners
Written by Don Byrd
High School Coach Agrees to Stop Leading Prayer, Proselytizing Team
Written by Don ByrdA high school football coach in North Carolina has agreed to stop leading his team in prayers and baptism, after his superintendent informed him he was violating the constitutional separation of church and state.
Tampa Bay Times Editorial Tackles Prayer at High School Football Games
Written by Don ByrdIn Florida’s Pasco County, the battle over prayer at high school football games has been heating up, after House Speaker WIll Weatherford weighed in, arguing that coaches should be able to lead their team in prayer. An editorial in today’s Tampa Bay Times takes him to task and reminds readers what is at stake.
Kansas School Board Throws Caution to the Wind, Votes for Prayer at School Events
Written by Don ByrdThe school board in Liberal, Kansas met earlier this week and discussed the possibility of returning prayer to official school events including using the loudspeaker at football games for “student-led prayer.” After the suggestion was raised that they at least slow down to get a legal opinion first, the board decided to move ahead and vote for the prayer policy anyway.
It’s Football Season!
Written by Don ByrdFall is almost here, and you know what that means: high school football season is upon us. Hot dogs grilling at the concession stand, marching bands playing the fight song, shoulder pads colliding, and cheerleaders urging on the crowd to accept Jesus Christ as their personal savior. Wait, what?
