Written by Don ByrdIs the science of evolution atheist? Surely not, right? Nothing about the theory of natural selection is incompatible with a belief in a higher power. Some in Kansas apparently believe otherwise, however, and have filed a lawsuit challenging the state’s science curriculum for, it claims, promoting a non-theistic religious view.
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.
By J. Brent Walker, BJC Executive Director
The start of a new school year provides an opportunity to review the many ways religion can properly be exercised, studied and otherwise included on public school campuses in ways that naturally arise in our very religious — and religiously diverse — country, while keeping school officials out of the business of promoting a particular religion or even religion in general.
From the September 2013 Report from the Capital
Written by Don ByrdThe Texas Board of Education is under scrutiny yet again for attempting to insert creationism into the Biology curriculum in public schools. A review of current texts by a committee appointed by the Board is yielding concerns that there is not enough religion in the curriculum.
Written by Don ByrdVia Religion News Service, a new study commissioned by the American Bible Society suggests that a solid majority (66%) of Americans want public schools to teach the “values found in the Bible.” Even those who do, however, recognize the inherent dangers in doing so.
Faith.
Freedom.
For All.
The targeting of religious minorities.
The rise of Christian nationalism.
The politicization of houses of worship.
BJC brings people together to tackle today’s serious threats to religious liberty.
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Faith.
Freedom.
For All.
The targeting of religious minorities.
The rise of Christian nationalism.
The politicization of houses of worship.
BJC brings people together to tackle today’s serious threats to religious liberty.