March 8, 2014 – Religion and Politics, from the Ukraine to the United Methodist Church
This weekend on State of Belief, Welton dives into the crisis in Ukraine. We’ll get an update on Russia’s mix of religion and politics from Rev. Dr. Susan Brooks Thistlethwaite, and hear from our friend Valdas Dovydenas on the ground in Kiev. Then, back on the domestic front, Welton checks in with FCNL’s Jim Cason […]
March 1, 2014 – “My Brother’s Keeper,” Changing Views on LGBT Equality and the Right’s Ongoing War Against Equality.
This weekend on State of Belief, Welton chats with guests about a new poll showing America’s fast-shifting views on LGBT rights, the importance of President Obama’s new “My Brother’s Keeper” initiative and the necessity of inter- and intra-religious dialogue in universities across the country. Finally, Welton has a reaction to Gov. Jan Brewer’s veto of […]
February 22, 2014 – Gay Marriage Brought to Us By Christianity?
This weekend on State of Belief, hear about one young activist’s fight against teaching creationism in schools; to explore the positive role Christianity has played in the campaign for marriage equality; and to learn about America’s first interfaith high school. Don’t miss a special “Word from Welton” about what’s wrong and what’s at stake in […]
February 15 – Visas, Vladimir and Valentines
This weekend on State of Belief, Welton catches us up on some of the hot-button issues of the day. We’ll hear from Jen Smyers of Church World Service about the latest work from the faith community to pass immigration reform, and author Jeff Sharlet rejoins us to discuss how some American Evangelicals have affected Vladimir […]
February 8th, 2014 – An Interfaith Vision for Justice in the New Year
This weekend on State of Belief, Welton reflects on the program’s “Prophetic Vision for a New Year” series with a panel of prominent guests, observing how the fight for social justice brings together people of all different faiths. And Kevin Eckstorm – editor-in-chief of Religion News Service – weighs in on the mass media’s role. […]
February 1, 2014 – Nuns and Contraception, the Sochi Games, and the State of the Union
This weekend on State of Belief, hear about the impact on you of a Colorado convent’s fight against the Affordable Care Act’s contraception mandate and find out what one prominent LGBTQ activist says you need to do about Russia’s anti-gay legislation. Also, don’t miss part four of our Prophetic Vision for a New Year series, […]
January 25, 2014 – OnFaith, Equality and Casting Stones
This weekend on State of Belief, hear from the woman who challenged a local elected official to throw a stone at her, and find out what one activist views as the most effective way to defend civil rights against attacks that hide behind the language of faith. Also, don’t miss part three of our Prophetic Vision for […]
Jan 18, 2014 – Renewed Energy for A New Year
This weekend on State of Belief, find renewed inspiration in the ongoing work for justice on so many issues. We’ll hear from a pastor in New York City and her community’s enduring work to fight gun violence, we’ll get an update from NETWORK’s Sister Simone Campbell on the changing priorities of the Catholic Church, and […]
Jan 11th, 2014 – What a Difference a Week Makes
This weekend on State of Belief find out what might be next for Utah’s same-gender couples after the Supreme Court halted marriage equality; hear again from one Utah newlywed who provides a first hand account of what a difference a week makes when it comes to marriage in Utah; and learn about a new four-week series we’ll […]
Jan 4th, 2014 – Surprising Court Decisions, Life Turns and Locations
Happy New Year! This weekend on State of Belief hear from one woman who was able to get married in Utah thanks to a surprise court decision; learn how a successful corporate lawyer ended up as the bestselling author of novels creatively synthesizing the wisdom of world religions; and find out where the largest Unitarian congregation in […]
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