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Academics and philosophers imagine that the modern world inevitably secularizes. As the secular spirit descends on churches, fewer people believe in the ancient faith and church doctrines are watered down to conform to the modern spirit. The spirit of the age does not simply descend and demystify traditional churches, however. It works through people willing to kneecap orthodoxy to conform to

The prevalence of religion and degrees of observance vary significantly across the U.S., and a new map showcases where each state sits on the spiritual to secular spectrum. Religious identity and practice exert significant sway over all aspects of American life, shaping values, community life and the political landscape across the country. Understanding these variations offers a glimpse into

Hollywood is an industry typically known to be secular. However, there are a handful of prominent Hollywood actors who are unapologetically Christian. This list of Hollywood celebrities who have devout Christian faith features box office stars to critically acclaimed actors to beloved television icons. These actors deliver messages of hope, discuss their spiritual journey, and proudly stay

A view along Via Transilvanica Credit - Courtesy Via Transilvanica Active travelers curious to discover Romania’s primeval forests and its slow ecotourism should set their sights on the new long-distance Via Transilvanica, a trail crossing the country diagonally from Putna Monastery in Bukovina to Drobeta-Turnu Severin by the Danube. Inaugurated in October 2022, the 882-mile hiking, cycling,